How Does a Spendthrift Trust Protect Heirs?
What steps can be put into place to ensure an adult child, who makes poor decisions, will be secure after the death of the parent? The main asset is life insurance.
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What’s the Difference between Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts?
Before taking a closer look at revocable and irrevocable trusts, it helps to know what a trust is. In simple terms, it’s a legal entity that allows you to transfer assets to the ownership of a trustee.
How Can Estate Planning Protect Me from COVID-19?
The ongoing pandemic has made everyone have to face some unpleasant realities, including the idea that one day we won’t be here anymore. Do you know how to make sure that your affairs are in order for your loved ones?
Do You have an Estate Plan Blueprint?
When it comes to estate planning, not having a plan is a plan. However, it is not a good one.
Estate Plan Basics for Difficult Times
With all these anxieties and unknowns weighing on your mind, it might feel like there’s suddenly a pressing need to get your affairs in order―just in case.
Can You Place a Life Insurance Policy in a Trust?
A trust is often only as good the trustee in charge of it. Read on, as we examine the important role of the trustee and discover how to make sure yours is acting correctly, especially with complex instruments like insurance.
How To Help Parents Who Refuse To Estate Plan?
If there’s a family member or a friend in your life who refuses to do their will and get their estate in order, here are some tips to finally get them to take action.
When Do I Need a Special Power of Attorney ?
You may want to set up power of attorney, if you’d like someone else to make decisions on your behalf. Special power of attorney has a narrow scope. It grants someone the right to act for you in certain situations. It can be helpful in financial decision-making.
Should I Use My 401(k) Now in the Pandemic?
My 401(k) has dropped $31,000 in three weeks. Should I borrow some now to prevent bigger losses?
Are My Beneficiary Designations A Problem?
Most consumers are familiar with the beneficiary designation form they complete when opening an IRA or 401(k). The form designates who receives the asset, if the account owner dies. However, these forms can create confusion, unintended bequests and family turmoil, if not adequately monitored.
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