Estate planning has quickly become one of the most in-demand workplace benefits, as employees search for financial security that goes beyond equitable compensation and 401(k)s.
Ninety-six percent of Americans agree that having a will is important, according to legal services provider LegalShield, yet nearly half do not have one. And while 66% of employees want estate planning benefits, only 38% of employers actually offer support in this area. Leaders should incorporate what was once considered a niche offering as part of a table stakes financial wellness package, says Emily Rose, president of business solutions at LegalShield.
