Estate Planning

When a person creates their will, they usually take time to consider what they want to leave to whom. Sometimes, once the person dies, the people who are left behind can get upset upon discovering the decisions laid out in the deceased’s will. So much so that they...

 After years of hard work and contribution to society, your sunset years ought to be characterized by peace and a sense of accomplishment. The last thing you want to imagine is someone dragging your name to court over your estate. A solid estate plan is crucial to...

One of the most common reasons you might not have an estate will is that you might need help knowing where to start. This is entirely understandable, as several estate planning tools might confuse you. Some rules apply to these tools, which makes the matter even more...

Elders and other individuals who struggle with severe medical conditions can end up in tricky situations when they become unable to make medical decisions for themselves. Fortunately, certain legal arrangements, such as an advance directive, can address these...

As you make your estate plan, you may decide that you want to leave a significant amount of money to one of your children or grandchildren. The problem is if this person is a minor. You know that the money will be very beneficial for them in the future, as they go to...

One of the things that often incentivizes people to put an estate plan in place is having a loved one with a disability. Establishing a special needs trust (SNT) – sometimes referred to as a supplemental needs trust – can give you peace of mind that if you’re ever...

Are you interested in having more control over what happens to your inheritance after you pass away? You know that you’re going to leave it to your heirs, and you may even see this as a legacy. The inheritance you leave behind will help your heirs do things like start...

If you’re writing a will, it’s a way to divide the assets that you want. You can specify which of your children, grandchildren or other beneficiaries are going to get specific items. For instance, your will may say that your children will all share the family home or...

When creating an estate plan, people have control over a variety of different details. They choose which of their loved ones will receive their assets. They identify who will care for their underage children. They also select a person to manage their estate after they...

As a parent of an underage child, you make decisions every day about the best way to provide for their needs and lay the groundwork for a bright future. One important way for parents to support their child is to create an estate plan. What steps should parents take...