Do I Need a Spendthrift Trust for a Relative?
Sometimes you have to hold the reins tight, especially when it comes to money. A spendthrift trust does exactly that.
Is Having a Will Really Such a Big Deal?
Your obligations to your family or loved ones do not stop, even if you have already passed on. If your family, especially your children, are still heavily dependent on you, you can still provide for them through proper estate planning, even if you are no longer present.
Does Good Estate Planning Prevent Family Fights over Personal Items?
The key to avoiding bitter conflict among heirs, is to have candid discussions well before the reading of the will.
What Do I Need to Know About Revocable Living Trusts?
A trust can be a vital component in an estate plan.
What Should I Look for in a Trustee?
Do not put off finalizing and signing your estate planning documents, just because you have reached an impasse on who to name as trustee.
Are Digital Assets Part of My Estate Plan?
Smart estate planning, therefore, includes addressing how to handle digital assets.
The Estate Planning Goal of What To Do with Mom’s House
The executor is responsible for finding a buyer and doing all that is necessary to get the best price possible.
Common Asset Protection Mistakes in Titling Real Property
Unlike personal property, real property–such as real estate or automobiles–is titled to convey ownership.
Elder Law Can Help When an Aging Parent Refuses to Give Up Control
There are plenty of aging parents out there making life difficult for their adult children…
Why is Angelina Jolie Leaving Her Total Estate to Just One of Her Kids?
Angelina Jolie has reportedly laid out the details of her estate, according to Radar Online, revealing that she plans to leave her $116 million-dollar fortune to only one of her six children, her son Maddox.