Choosing agents requires careful consideration. Very considered consideration. Successful estate planning, including incapacity planning, does not rely on the validity of the signed documents alone.
Taking steps to create a successful estate plan will pay off. Many people enjoy knowing exactly what they need to do before taking the required
Minor children are a vulnerable population. Children need trustworthy and caring adults in their lives. Even adolescents who just want to be independent rely on
Neither the probate court nor the probate process itself need be frightening. It is normal for people to have fears. Fear can be healthy and
Estate planning has many purposes. Few people believe they have an estate. This would be true if they define an estate as having a mansion
Crypto and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are popular digital assets. The digital realm is continuing to grow in scope and importance. Although some people prefer to
An inherited IRA can carry significant taxes and fees. Gone are the days of the stretch IRA. The ability of families to pass their retirement
A testamentary trust can be created after you die. Some people really like the idea of using a trust in their estate planning. The control
A vacation home can be challenging to bequeath. Families often make and retain fond memories from vacations. For those who own a vacation home, these
Probate is how the government oversees estate settlement. Most Americans do not understand probate. They have read news articles about celebrity estate battles or have
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