Do I Need to Name a Guardian for My Children in the Will?
Why naming a guardian for your child is important.
Can I Leave My Pet Some of My Estate?
In addition to writing wills, Minnesotans are now setting up trusts to care for pets, ranging from dogs and horses to parrots and raccoons.
What Does Entertainer Chadwick Boseman’s Estate Look Like?
The wife of "Black Panther" star Chadwick Boseman is seeking to be appointed administrator of the estate of the beloved actor, who died in August at the age of 43.
Cornelius Vanderbilt Created an Estate Plan, but Should I?
Cornelius Vanderbilt was among the richest Americans ever to have lived. Born in 1794, he built his fortune on railroads and shipping. To put his wealth into context, in today’s dollars when adding inflation, his fortune would be worth $215.7 billion.
How Important Is Estate Planning in the Pandemic?
Planning for unfortunate events is particularly critical in the era of Covid-19.
Protecting Inheritance from the Taxman
Received an inheritance of cash, investments, or property? Here are four ways that can help you keep it from being swallowed up by taxes.
What’s Involved in the Probate Process?
The probate process refers to court proceedings that you have to go through when a loved one passes on, and they have left an asset in their name.
Does an Ex-Wife Get Her Former Husband’s Inheritance Because He Died of COVID-19?
My big brother died of COVID-19 and he didn’t have a will. He divorced 20 years ago and has no children, but his ex is telling me she should get an inheritance. Who has the right to his money?
How Do I Keep My Spendthrift Son-in-Law from Getting the Money I Give my Daughter in My Estate?
My daughter, my only child, recently married a nice man. However, he is not responsible with his finances. I don’t want my son-in-law to have any access to her money or through a divorce via equitable distribution.
What Happens If I Don’t Fund My Trust?
If you have updated your estate plan during the Covid crisis and even found a way to sign your documents while maintaining social distance, do not overlook the last step of trust funding.