What’s Happening to Valerie Harper’s Emmy Awards in Her Estate?
Even in our topsy-turvy world of coronavirus chaos, one thing stands firm: thou shall not sell old Emmy awards on the open market.
Daughters of Don Lewis from ‘Tiger King’ File Lawsuit
The surviving daughters of Don Lewis, a Tampa man who went missing 23 years ago this month, have filed a lawsuit in Hillsborough County court against Tiger King subjects Kenny Farr and Carole Baskin, along with a woman listed as a witness on Lewis’ will.
What Do I Need besides a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare?
A power of attorney (POA) is a powerful thing. A financial power of attorney document allows an appointed person to make financial, legal and property decisions on another individual’s behalf.
How Can I Avoid Family Fighting in My Estate Planning?
One problem that frequently stems from the inheritance process is fractured relationships between siblings. Unfortunately, the common denominator in many of these situations is the parents' estate plan.
What Happens to Debt when You Die?
Creditors typically try to collect on unpaid debt, by going after the decedent’s estate during a process called probate.
Why Everyone Needs an Estate Plan
If you think of estate planning as something only ultra-wealthy people need to do, you're not alone. That's a common misconception.
Which Stars Made the Biggest Estate Planning Blunders?
The saying goes that anyone who does not learn from mistakes in the past, is doomed to repeat them. In estate planning, if you do not learn from other’s mistakes, you are likely to repeat them.
Can I Disinherit Anyone I Want?
So, you’ve decided that a family member won’t be getting an inheritance, after all. Maybe you have an ungrateful or irresponsible family member you want to cut out of the will.
What Does My Estate Plan Look Like after Divorce?
Some marriages end in noise and pain. Other marriages drift away quietly with the signing of documents and only a hint of acrimony.
How to Plan for Incapacity
One in four American adults live with a disability, according to the Center for Disease Control. One in 10 adults over the age of 65 has Alzheimer’s or dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.