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People don’t make estate plans nearly as often as they should. For example, only about a third of Americans have an estate plan right now. Eventually, 100% of Americans will pass away, meaning there is a clear need for an estate plan to make medical decisions or...
When it comes to passing someone’s assets on after they die, states already have laws on the books for how this should be done. These laws can allocate those assets to a surviving spouse, the person’s children, their parents, their siblings and other relatives. If...
Creating an estate plan is important for all adults. This plan outlines what they want to happen if they become incapacitated, but it also includes how their assets should be handled when they pass away. One thing that some people don’t realize is that part of...
People who are setting up an estate plan have to determine how to get their beneficiaries the assets they want them to have. Some people use wills, but these have to go through the probate process and can be challenged. Another option is to use a trust to pass the...
Losing a loved one is hard enough without complicated legal procedures. Thankfully, Virginia offers simplified probate options for smaller estates that can save you time, money and stress during an already difficult period. What makes an estate "small" in Virginia?...
Some people create trusts because they want to prevent their loved ones from fighting. Others hope to streamline their eligibility for benefits as they age or to protect their estates from taxes. In some cases, concerns about a beneficiary are what inspire the...
Procrastination is part of human nature. People put off activities that seem unpleasant or demanding. In some cases, individuals do themselves and their loved ones a real disservice by procrastinating on key issues. For example, many people with valuable property or...
Recently we discussed various ways to incorporate charitable giving into your estate plan. Let’s look at one method in detail. A charitable remainder trust (CRT) is an estate planning tool that allows individuals to support charitable organizations while also...
Estate planning becomes crucial as we age. And yet, many Virginia families still hold misconceptions about the probate process. These misunderstandings can lead to costly mistakes and unnecessary stress when someone in your family dies. Here are five truths behind...
Estate administrators are called upon to handle financial matters and to work to ensure proper tax filings on behalf of a deceased’s estate. One of the most important tax obligations for estate administrators involves IRS Form 1041, the U.S. Income Tax Return for...