Consider a scenario in which your estate plan is all set. Making sure your family gets your home, savings, and investments fair and efficiently will be the task of this service. Your plan will also protect your legacy from your…
A tear streams down Kevin’s cheek as he stands in front of Winnie’s nursing home room. The medical staff just finished inserting a feeding tube into Winnie – an act Kevin knew she didn’t want. Unfortunately, Winnie couldn’t express her…
Legal disputes about wills and trusts, guardianships, and conservatorships can also influence family real estate and the authenticity of gifts. The most successful approach to mitigating or avoiding probate litigation risk is carefully planning for the future. Comprehensive estate plans…
A charitable trust is an irrevocable trust that provides income to heirs while benefiting you or a charity. If you are philanthropically minded with nonessential assets like stocks or real estate, a charitable trust can offer many financial advantages for…
A Power of Attorney (POA) document is an essential part of your estate planning. All states recognize powers of attorney, but rules and requirements will differ from state to state. The document gives one or more individuals the legal authority…
Your children, including minors and adults, may not agree about your family circumstances, including who should inherit your estate. Relationships can change and intensify when you die, with underlying issues that bubble to the surface, creating tensions over your estate…