There is nothing more uncomfortable than thinking about your own death. Add to that the issue of what will happen to our assets after we pass away, and it's no wonder that so few people have created a will and…
Having an estate plan ensures that your assets, interests, and loved ones are protected after you pass away. Sadly, many individuals make costly mistakes without proper advice and guidance from a qualified estate planning attorney. Beyond undermining your intent and…
It is common for American families to have stepchildren, who are usually treated the same as biological children when it comes to inheritance. This is particularly true where stepchildren are part of a blended family from an early age. Biological…
COVID-19 has raised awareness in the US about the importance of having a will, a living will, and possibly a living trust. Still, this knowledge is not translating into estate planning action. No matter your age or asset level, having…
Probate, or the process of processing a decedent's will, is conducted by judicial officials including probate judges. While state probate laws may vary, the general process is quite similar across the country. Probate is the process of proving wills for decedents’.…
A 2021 Wills and Estate Planning Study of 2,400 Americans by Caring.com with YouGov finds that since 2019 there has been a drop in the rate of Americans over fifty-five who have created a will from sixty percent to forty-four…
Did you know that wills and trusts have different benefits for estate planning? Every state has particular laws and regulations governing these legal documents. You can have both a will and a trust; however, the information in each should compliment…