Tips for Choosing a Fiduciary
Being a fiduciary is a time-intensive and intellectually challenging task to put upon an individual.
Estate Planning Avoids Probate
It was reported on the news recently that some of Aretha Franklin’s family members have found what they believe to be her will. It was handwritten, stained and crumpled up in a couch. The courts may or may not choose to honor it, depending on whether or not they are able to verify its authenticity.
Why You Need a Power of Attorney in Your Estate Plan
A power of attorney is a way for you to designate a person of your choice to make decisions for you.
Blended Family Calls For Protecting Children and New Spouse
According to a study by the Pew Research Center, remarriages are on the rise. Four out of 10 marriages are now remarriages. Half of previously married seniors have remarried again.
Estate Planning Can Solve Problems Before They Happen
The word ‘estate’ conjures images of great wealth, which may be one of the reasons why so many people don’t develop estate plans—after all, they’re not rich, so why make the effort? In reality, however, if you have a family, you can probably benefit from estate planning, whatever your asset level.
What a Durable Power of Attorney Can Do
In some cases, the parent may have only nominal limitations. In others, a parent may be fully incapacitated. A parent may be mentally capable of handling any situation and physically capable of handling most.
Get These Three Estate Planning Documents In 2019
Are you adequately prepared for illness, old age, and death?