Mistakes to Avoid when Planning Estates
Five of the most common mistakes are easy to avoid with the right information and support, as well as a little creativity.
What’s Everything I Need to Know About Wills?
Here’s everything you need to know about writing your will.
Can I Add an Adult Daughter to the Title of a Home?
I have a house with a mortgage that I purchased a little over a year ago. At the closing, I asked if I could put my daughter on the deed with me. However, the mortgage company wouldn’t allow it. I don’t want her to have to go through probate, because this is my only asset. Is there a way I can leave the house to her, so she can sell it and pay off the mortgage?
If I’m 35, Do I Need a Will?
It’s never too early to start estate planning. If you already have a family, getting your personal affairs in order is a must. The sooner you start planning, the more prepared you will be for life’s unexpected twists and turns.
Why It Is So Important to Have an Advance Health Care Directive
Around two-thirds of all Americans have not prepared a health care directive, according to a December 13, 2019 article written by a personal finance specialist at Forbes. The author noted the irony of this figure, pointing out that California was the first US state to enact a law regarding health care directives back in 1976.
What Should I Know About Joint Tenancy?
Joint tenancy is an arrangement that allows beneficiaries to access your account, without having to go to court.
Some Estate Planning Actions for 2020
This time of the year is a great time to revisit your estate plan, so you can ensure your legacy is protected for years to come.
How Can I Upgrade My Estate Plan?
Everyone’s heard the stories of celebrities who died without a proper estate plan in place. It’s been a hot topic in the last few years with Prince and Aretha Franklin serving as unfortunate faces of the phenomenon. However, it’s not just freewheeling entertainers.
What Does an Estate Planning Attorney Really Do?
Estate planning is a systematic process, which involves getting your personal and financial goods for the time, if you pass away or become mentally ill. It is also known as last will, and almost everyone does this planning for their family.
What the Movie “Knives Out” Teaches Us About Estate Planning
One of the most dramatic scenes in the movie, is the gathering of the Thrombey Family at their father’s estate to hear the reading of the will.