Estate Planning Term: Intestacy
Intestacy is the legal term for dying without having a valid Will in place. You can die “intestate” for two... Read More
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Three Tips For Reducing After-Death Legal Fees
Even in death, it’s hard to escape certain expenses. For example, there are final bills and debts, funeral and burial... Read More
Estate Planning, Probate Can You Cut Your Spouse Out of Your Will?
Most of us are more than happy to provide for our spouses using our estate plans. In fact, providing for... Read More
Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts Death Tax, Estate Tax, and Inheritance Tax: Aren’t They All The Same?
People tend to use the terms “death tax”, “estate tax” and “inheritance tax” like they’re all exactly the same thing.... Read More
Taxes Choosing a Long-Term Care Facility for a Loved One With Alzheimer’s
As a loved one progresses from the early to the middle stages of Alzheimer’s disease, there may come a time... Read More
Long Term Care Does a Trust Need to Be Filed in Court?
One of the benefits of having a Revocable Living Trust is the privacy it affords you when it comes to... Read More
Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts Own a Small Business? Don’t Forget Life Insurance
When people consider buying a life insurance policy, they’re usually thinking of providing for their spouse and children in the... Read More
Estate Planning, Small Business Planning How Does a Roth IRA Avoid Probate?
One thing that sets Roth IRA’s apart from other retirement savings plans is their availability as an option for passing... Read More
Estate Planning, Probate, Retirement Planning How to Leave an Inheritance to a Child
Leaving an inheritance to a child is a little trickier than leaving an inheritance to an adult. After all, if... Read More
Estate Planning, Parents w/ Young Children, Wills and Trusts Getting Ready to Make a Living Trust
As you get ready to make a Revocable Living Trust, there are certain things you’ll want to consider. Here are... Read More
Estate Planning, Incapacity Planning, Wills and Trusts Could Talking About Your Estate Plan Reduce Conflict?
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?
There’s a common misconception that making a Will can help you avoid the probate process. While having a Will can... Read More
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