Estate planning is part of life planning. Most people think of death when they consider estate planning. Because people often avoid the unpleasant and uncomfortable,
It can be helpful to reduce the size of a probate estate. The probate courts exist to oversee the passing of property between people and
A revocable living trust can protect assets for you and your loved ones. Selecting the right tool for a task is critical. Although one could
Home owners must decide how to distribute this valuable asset. Owning and maintaining a house takes work. A lot of it. You are responsible for
Having an estate plan is foundational to protecting loved ones and assets. People are planners. We plan our routes when driving. We prepare for meetings
A testamentary trust can be beneficial for families with minor children. A last will and testament is used to distribute assets to heirs when you
A trust allows greater control of assets. People tend to have strong opinions about money. This involves budgeting, investing, and gifting. For this reason, many
A trust does little good without trust funding. You secured the services of an experienced estate planning attorney to create a trust. Perhaps you wanted
The pandemic has reminded people of limits to their control. At the start of 2020, you likely had many plans. Perhaps you (or a loved
Fiduciary duties require trustees to act on behalf of the trust first and foremost. Inheritances can bring out the selfish side of individuals. No, really.
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