Estate Planning

Some people become personal representatives because an individual asked them to take on that responsibility. Those who draft estate plans before they die often put a lot of thought into the selection of their personal representatives. They want to choose someone...

If you’re going through a divorce, the last thing you probably want to do is deal with even more legal documents and more attorneys. However, if you have an estate plan, it’s crucial to understand how your divorce affects that plan and ensure that you make the changes...

As you've worked hard to build a life, raise a family and create a legacy, you've likely thought about what's next. Who will inherit your home, your savings and your possessions? And if you already have an estate plan, does it still reflect your current needs and...

Learning you have a terminal condition is incredibly emotional. Amidst this whirlwind of emotions, you must find a way to focus on practical matters, like tying up loose ends and securing your estate for your loved ones. Here are three critical estate planning tasks...

A sound estate plan speaks to both your financial and family-related concerns. But how do you know what documents are right for your situation? Two of the most basic yet crucial estate planning tools are a revocable living trust and a will. If you are just starting...

Adults who draft wills take control of their legacies. They can choose beneficiaries to inherit their property and can also put protections in place for dependent family members. Those who draft wills have already done more than the average adult. However, they may...

Estate planning is a crucial undertaking that helps ensure that our assets and affairs are managed and distributed according to our wishes after we pass away. In today's digital age, our lives are increasingly intertwined with digital assets and online accounts,...

There’s an interesting issue with estate planning. On one hand, everyone knows that they will eventually pass away and that an estate plan can be used for things like making important decisions or passing assets to the next generation. But at the same time, the...

A testator can make an estate plan in anticipation of their passing. An estate plan allows the testator to instruct how their assets are handled. Estate planning is a long and complicated process that people are often glad to get out of the way.  The process doesn’t...