Why Shouldn’t I Wait to Draft my Will?
It’s an important task that is easy to procrastinate. However, here is why you shouldn’t:
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Should Young Adults have a Will?
Millennials are finally embracing one of the cornerstones of adulthood, by writing their wills.
Do Grandchildren Get Some of the Estate If Their Dad Dies before Me?
What if parents have wills and their contingent beneficiaries are their two adult children. If one of the adult children dies before the parents, who gets that contingent beneficiary’s share?
What Does the Role of Estate Executor Entail?
At some point in your life, there’s a good chance you’ll be tasked with acting as the executor of an estate.
Should I Write My Own Will?
An online form or a DIY will kit may be a more cost-effective option. However, hiring a lawyer could save you money in the future.
Can My Power of Attorney Change My Will?
Power of attorney is one of the most important legal forms for estate and elder care planning. Along with wills and trust documents, it is a critical document for arranging one’s affairs.
What Do I Need in My Estate Plan?
An effective estate plan uses a collection of documents and teamwork to protect one’s assets and personal property. An effective estate plan also explains and carries intentions of how to pass control down to successors in the event of your absence.
What is the Difference between Trusts and a Wills?
No one relishes the thought of the day they pass away and leave all their worldly possessions behind. However, it’s a certainty that no one can avoid. Thankfully, you have options for planning for what happens to your estate, including a will or a family trust.
Should I Ask Mom and Dad about Their Finances?
There are now more than 70 million Baby Boomers in the U.S. However, millions of adult children may not be prepared to make important decisions about their parents’ future if necessary, because of a lack of knowledge about their parents’ finances.
How Is a Notary Used in Estate Planning?
Individuals buying a home, adopting a child, completing estate planning documents, such as wills and advanced health care directives, or completing any number of legal procedures may find themselves in need of a notary.
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