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A beneficiary is who receives the proceeds of a life insurance policy or retirement account after your death. Beneficiary designations pass outside of a will and generally override it, so keeping them current — after a marriage, divorce, or birth — is essential. Naming a beneficiary also avoids probate for that asset.
An outdated beneficiary form can send a 401(k) to an ex-spouse despite a newer will.
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