FINANCE BASICS FOR PARTNERS.

The article presents advice on tax and estate planning for couples who are not married. It is noted that this set of issues especially applies to gay couples living in states where same-sex marriage is not an option, but also applies to committed heterosexual couples who choose not to wed. Legal documents such as powers of attorney, cohabitation contracts, and wills are said to be particularly useful. INSETS: WHAT THE RING BRINGS;SIX RULES FOR SINGLES.