What Do I Really Need to Know About Trusts?
It’s a well-documented fact that most people do no estate planning. Of those who do, the majority use a last will to pass their estate to a spouse or divide it among their children.
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.
A Trust Can Protect Kids from Too Much, Too Fast, Too Soon
Should inheritance be spent on sports cars and jewelry?
Common Asset Protection Mistakes in Titling Real Property
Unlike personal property, real property–such as real estate or automobiles–is titled to convey ownership.
Use a Trust to Protect an Inheritance
If you have any reservations about who you have in mind when writing your will, whether you're thinking about a young child or even an older person who could be vulnerable to scams, a trust could make a lot of sense.
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…
What is the Best Way to Leave an Inheritance to a Grandchild?
While everyone from brand new parents to great grandparents can benefit from the advice of a competent estate planning lawyer, frequently the individuals making sure that their affairs are in order, are those in their golden years. They have a common concern: what about their grandbabies?
Why Is a Revocable Trust So Valuable in Estate Planning?
Trusts are one of the most versatile items of the financial planning toolkit. However, they are not just for rich people. With the new higher estate tax exemptions, avoiding or reducing estate tax is not a concern for most of us.