Monthly Archives: December 2024
Benefits And Uses Of A Durable Power Of Attorney
Not all of estate planning is planning for the event that you pass away. That’s why it’s called estate planning, and not death planning. It’s a way to plan for, and take care of your estate, even when you are still here. And one of the most important tools in an estate planning arsenal,… Read More »
What Evidence Is Needed To Challenge A Will Or Estate Plan?
If an estate plan is drafted properly, and with enough advanced notice, in an ideal world, there is no reason to challenge an estate in probate court. But inheritances bring up personal issues and it is often the case that people do challenge someone’s will or larger estate plan. What are the Allegations? When… Read More »
Don’t Put These Things In A Living Trust
Living trusts, which are created when the creator (the testator) is still alive, can be helpful estate planning vehicles. Many people prefer them because they are created when the testator is still alive, thus giving him or her some control over the trust and the comfort of knowing that it exists. But while it… Read More »
Tips And Hacks For Your Estate Plan
There is no one comprehensive list of things you should or shouldn’t do when it comes to estate planning. Everybody’s situation is different, and there is just a lot more to good estate planning that can be put into any one list. Still, there are some quick tips and tricks, rules of thumb, and… Read More »