If you are in your twenties or thirties, making an estate plan might be something you have never even considered. Or perhaps you know you will need one but figure that you have years to worry about making it. While most people’s estate plans only come into play when...
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How do you fund a revocable trust?
Revocable trusts have certain advantages over irrevocable ones, such as avoiding probate. They also have specific disadvantages, such as reduced control. It’s all about deciding what is best for your particular needs. If you opt to create a revocable trust, you need...
Why should an estate plan be revised after having a child?
If you have just had a child, the last place you want to be is sitting in an attorney’s office, poring over paperwork. You want to be by your child’s side, watching for their reactions or holding them in your arms and telling them how much you love them. However, the...
How executors can prevent disputes with beneficiaries
When an executor is dealing with the estate of a deceased person, it is not uncommon for disputes with beneficiaries to arise. These situations usually happen since estate administration is a sensitive time for everyone and emotions can run high. Nonetheless,...
Is estate planning necessary for everyone?
Most people understand the importance of creating an estate plan to better ensure that their wishes are honored when they die. Therefore, it may be surprising that an estimated 67% of the adult United States population doesn’t have one in place. Many people may...
What happens to a loved one’s assets after they pass away?
Losing a loved one can be devastating. It can even be more stressful when family members are left to deal with the deceased family member’s estate and property while dealing with their grief and pain. However, knowing some basics of how the process works can help...