Year: 2018
Get your estate plan made to start the new year off right
Estate planning is a vital duty of being an adult. The first of the year is a good time to get this taken care of so you start the year off knowing that you've done what you could to protect your family if something happens to you. When you are doing this, make sure...
Make plans for your end-of-life care while you can
It isn't easy to think about becoming incapacitated, but it is something that is very necessary. What if you are unconscious after a car wreck or suffer a debilitating condition that takes away your ability to make your wishes known? In both of these situations, you...
Estate administrators have serious duties to handle
Being the administrator of an estate is a huge undertaking. You should ensure that you are fully prepared for this when a person asks if you can take on this responsibility. The duties have to be in accordance with the laws so that the estate can close out without...
The estate process can become complex sometimes
The probate process is mystifying to some people; however, it doesn't have to be. In the simplest of terms, probate is meant to transfer the assets of the decedent to the rightful heirs. This is done based on the estate plan of the person. If the person doesn't have...
Family heirlooms should be included in your estate plan
Thinking about how your relatives will carry on when you pass away is difficult. One thing that you might do is ensure that your estate plan is in place so they have one less thing to worry about. This will help them focus on their healing. We can help you get things...
Creating a valid will isn’t difficult
When you create an estate plan, you need to write a will. This document might seem old-fashioned, but it still plays an important role in the estate. Without one, the state will determine who gets your assets based on intestate succession laws, which outline exactly...
Estate administration duties may add stress to a difficult time
Finding out that you are the administrator over a loved one's estate usually comes at a time when your mind is reeling from their death. It is easy to become overwhelmed when you are thrust into this spot, especially when you find out suddenly that you need to do...
A will contest must be carefully planned
Probate litigation isn't something that most people will experience in their lifetime. Most wills go through the process without any issue. In fact only around 1 percent have issues, while the remaining 99 percent pass though without any problems.You can't challenge a...