Sound Like a Broken Record in Estate Planning?
The year 2020, plagued by COVID-19, has exposed all of our vulnerabilities to disease and death, regardless of age, gender, and socio-economic class.
Estate Law Blogs & News
Why Do I Need Estate Planning?
Over the years, several high-profile celebrities have died without either properly updating their estate plan or having one at all. The list includes Princess Diana, Prince, Heath Ledger, Michael Jackson and Kurt Cobain, all of whom were worth millions and among the most famous people on the planet at the time of their death.
Estate Planning and a Second Marriage
Married people in second marriages with prior children often have to balance the future well-being of their spouse with that of their own children.
What are the Options when Inheriting a House?
Inheriting a residential property like a house marks the end of a life and the beginning of deciding what to do with the property and implementing that plan.
Preparing for an Estate Planning Meeting
While most initial meetings with an estate planning attorney will result in some questions you likely have never considered, there are many ways in which you can prepare for a thoughtful and productive estate planning conference that will result in a better understanding of your goals and more efficient use of time with your attorney.
If I’m Moving to a New State, Do I Need to Update My Estate Plan?
While legally you may not need all-new estate planning documents if you move to a different state, you should have your documents reviewed by a local attorney in your new home.
How Do I Talk to the Children about My Estate Planning?
Many baby boomers may hesitate to discuss money with their children, but the reality is that a massive amount of wealth will be transferred in the next couple of decades.
How Do I Select a Funeral Plan?
Taking out a funeral plan does not only have cost benefits but can also ease some of the emotional distress at an already difficult time.
Estate Planning for a Blended Family
If you’re in a blended family, you’re already aware of the emotional and financial issues involved in your daily life. However, what about the future?
Should Inherited Money Be Split Equal?
When you’re planning to divide your estate unequally, explain the reasons to your heirs, and remember: They might be hurt anyway.
Subscribe!
