Estate Planning

Estate planning is the anticipatory process of how your estate is handled after you pass away. A typical estate plan details who will inherit from your assets, a designated executor of your estate to oversee your estate is distributed, a designated power of attorney...

Do you have someone that will manage your affairs if you are incapacitated by a sudden illness or an accident? Your close family members or spouse may automatically come to mind. However, without the legal authority to act on your behalf, it may not be as easy for...

Creating an estate plan is the smart, responsible thing for adults to do. While this is true, if you aren’t fully aware of the laws or rules of this process, you may make costly mistakes. A great way to avoid mistakes like these is to find out what they are. Failing...

Estate planning is such an important component of life, yet many choose to ignore it or put it off. Perhaps this is because of the perception that it is a morbid subject. Nonetheless, the truth about estate planning is that it can make your life much more comfortable....

There is an old saying that the only two certainties in life are death and taxes. In fact, you may still be responsible for taxes even after you die. The good news is that you can plan for the risks you know about, such as the taxes that will impact your estate. Many...

An estate plan is the often complicated legal documentation of your assets and last wishes. You’ll have to make a lot of decisions when detailing every fine line of your estate plan. While your estate plan doesn't have to be the last you make, after your death, the...

Make no mistake, the thought of having someone else care for your child is awful. However, if you have minor children, it makes sense to have this conversation, either with your child’s other parent or your estate planning expert.  Including guardianship in your will...

Divorce under any circumstance is a stressful and life-altering event. With loads of changes to deal with, it is pretty easy to overlook your estate plans. After all, dealing with another set of paperwork is the last thing most people want after a costly divorce....

Estate planning is an important step to ensure that your family is provided for when you are no longer around. For many, pets play an essential role in their lives, oftentimes treated like family members. Many wills include dogs, cats, and other animals, with family...

Preparing an estate plan is a legally complex and emotionally charged process where vital decisions are made. According to CNBC, 67 percent of United States residents do not have a will, trust, or any form of strategy in place. With two-thirds of the populace failing...