Question

What should I do immediately after receiving a large inheritance?

Answer

Before making any investment or spending decisions, focus on three steps: Park liquid assets in a safe, FDIC-insured or government-backed account; gather documentation (account statements, will, trust documents, beneficiary designations); and identify an advisory team — a fiduciary wealth advisor, estate attorney, and tax professional — who can coordinate a comprehensive plan. The most important thing you can do in the first 30 days is avoid irreversible decisions.

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