You've worked hard to build assets and provide for your loved ones. But have you taken the proper steps to protect that legacy? Creating a trust can be a powerful estate planning tool to keep the wealth and inheritance within the family, benefiting them long after...
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3 ways to protect your digital assets by digital estate planning
When planning your estate, the digital component is becoming increasingly crucial. Our daily lives are increasingly intertwined with technology and as a result, our digital assets hold significant value and importance. Digital estate planning can play a major role in...
Do you have to create a new trust for each child in Virginia?
Estate planning can feel confusing and overwhelming when you have multiple children. One common concern is whether you need a separate trust for each child. The good news is that you don’t have to create separate trusts for each of your kids. You can typically create...
3 times when a will may not be the best way to pass on an inheritance
Wills are testamentary instruments that serve multiple purposes. People primarily use them to specify who should inherit from their estates and to nominate a guardian for minor children or adult dependents with special needs. Wills can be very effective estate...
When do you need an estate plan?
When it comes to setting up an estate plan, the common assumption is that you do not need one until you are old and have amassed a great deal of wealth. If you are over 18 years old, you may start your estate planning process. You might think that 18 years old is too...
Estate planning after a terminal diagnosis
Receiving a terminal diagnosis can be an emotionally devastating experience that profoundly impacts both the individual who is ill and their loved ones. In the midst of processing such news, the importance of estate planning cannot be understated. Engaging in estate...
Pros and cons of picking a family member as a trustee
When you set up a trust, you have to pick a trustee. The trust provides instructions for how assets should be distributed, but it is the trustee who makes those distributions. The beneficiary cannot access the money without them. People often choose a family member or...
The differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts
Trusts can either be revocable or irrevocable. Understanding the differences is crucial if you are considering creating a trust for your loved ones to benefit from when you are gone. Choosing the wrong option can lead to undesirable consequences and legal issues in...
What happens during probate?
There is more to probate than just distributing assets to the will beneficiaries. It’s a legal process that involves several key steps. Understanding what happens during probate can help make things easier for everyone involved in the process, whether you are an...