Could Talking About Your Estate Plan Reduce Conflict?

December 3, 2010 - Andrew Smith

For many families, having tough discussions are something to be avoided – and estate planning can top the list of... Read More

Estate Planning

Does A Will Help You Avoid Probate?

December 1, 2010 - Andrew Smith

There’s a common misconception that making a Will can help you avoid the probate process. While having a Will can... Read More

Probate

November 29, 2010 - Andrew Smith

If you have a tax-deferred retirement savings plan, like a 401(k) or a traditional IRA, then you know that once... Read More

Retirement Planning

November 26, 2010 - Andrew Smith

When you’re considering where to store your estate planning documents – and other important papers- you have several factors to... Read More

Estate Planning

November 24, 2010 - Andrew Smith

As you approach retirement, you’re likely paying extra attention to your finances, making sure that everything’s in order and that... Read More

Retirement Planning

November 22, 2010 - Andrew Smith

When a loved one passes away, there can be a lot of confusion about who’s responsible for what. And there’s... Read More

Estate Planning

November 19, 2010 - Andrew Smith

Owning property jointly with another person is a very effective way to avoid the probate process. For example, if you... Read More

Estate Planning

November 17, 2010 - Andrew Smith

Caring for an aging parent can be a stressful job, even if your mom or dad isn’t that demanding. You’ve... Read More

Long Term Care

November 15, 2010 - Andrew Smith

One of the main goals in having a Power of Attorney is to allow your agent (also called your attorney-in-fact)... Read More

Estate Planning

November 12, 2010 - Andrew Smith

The rules of estate planning are actually dictated by state law. And the laws of estate planning vary widely from... Read More

Estate Planning

November 10, 2010 - Andrew Smith

There are many reasons to make a new Will. Maybe you’ve remarried and want to add your new spouse as... Read More

Wills and Trusts

November 8, 2010 - Andrew Smith

A probate judge is in charge of the probate process, and his or her role in the process depends a... Read More

Probate