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...
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 your minor child’s care if you do not have a will?
When considering the future and well-being of your child, one of the most profound acts of care you can do as a parent is to prepare for all eventualities, including passing away. With this, you may want to consider including a will in your estate plan to express your...
Common estate planning mistakes to avoid
Estate planning can help you secure your legacy and better ensure your loved ones are taken care of after you pass. While creating a plan is the responsible thing to do, there are some mistakes that you could make that may impact the plan you create. Knowing what the...
A guardian’s bond: What to know about this bond
An executor is not the only party required to give a surety bond to protect beneficiaries and interested parties from potential negligence or mismanagement. Before the court appoints a named guardian of a minor child, it may require them to also get a bond. Here is...
Why engage in Swedish death cleaning when estate planning?
Even though Swedish death cleaning may sound like a morbid crime scene cleanup, it’s actually an effective and thoughtful decluttering approach. This unique approach to organizing and decluttering your life before passing has compelling reasons that extend beyond mere...
How can an estate planning lawyer help me?
Many people mistakenly believe estate planning is exclusively for those with substantial wealth. But every adult should consider making an estate plan, regardless of how many assets they have to their name. You need an estate plan if you want to control the...
What are pour-over wills?
The moment you create a standard will is the moment it can start to go out of date. While it will never actually expire, changes in your life will require changes to your will to ensure that it represents your current reality. Thankfully, there is a way to address...

