What are Options for Powers of Attorney?
Powers of attorney come in different forms, each suited for a specific purpose. They serve as useful tools in any estate-planning effort.
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Do It Yourself Estate Planning Mistakes!!
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has pushed many people to make long-delayed decisions about estate planning. Many people will try the do-it-yourself route via various websites or books. Internet DIY websites make it easy to download forms, but there are mistakes people make when they try do-it-yourself estate planning.
How Does a Charitable Trust Work?
While direct giving has an immediate impact, some individuals may be considering charitable planning strategies that will have a larger and longer-lasting impact not only on charities, but on their own lives or that of their families.
How Do You Keep Inheritance Money Separate?
Everything each spouse earns during their marriage is community property. Fortunately, a gift or inheritance is separate property. However, that’s only half the battle.
Should I Add that to My Last Will and Testament?
A last will and testament is the foundation of an estate plan, which lets you plan for your estate after you’re gone. However, there are certain things that you might not want to put in your will.
Estate Planning for a ‘Black Sheep’ Kid
There are several myths about how estates must be distributed that can lead to lots of worry about what will happen to a “wild child” in the future and stress about family dynamics.
What Shouldn’t be in Your Last Will and Testament
A last will and testament is a straightforward estate planning tool, used to determine the beneficiaries of your assets when you die, and, if you have minor children, nominating a guardian who will raise your children. Wills can be very specific but can’t enforce all of your wishes. For example, if you want to leave…
How Can I Easily Pass My Home to My Only Child?
I am a single retired parent to an adult daughter, who is an only child. The home I currently reside for the last 26 years still has a mortgage and the deed is in my name only. I have a will that states everything is left to my daughter, and then to my grandson, if she proceeds me in death. Should my daughter be added to the deed?
Tell the Children about Your Estate Plan
Even those with thorough estate plans might have neglected to discuss details with potential heirs.
Estate Planning Is Best When Personalized
When something is tailored to one’s needs, everything can go smoother.
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