Left unaddressed, estate planning myths create serious trouble for loved ones. This often leads to intrafamily conflict, permanently damaged relationships, and lengthy and expensive court battles.
Category Archives: Probate
26
Nov
Nov
The court assigns assets, such as retirement accounts and insurance proceeds, to a designated beneficiary. So, in this role, they receive different treatment and more protection from creditors.
29
Oct
Oct
In most cases, people emphasize the complexities associated with court involvement. Namely, court supervision makes the process of distributing money and property a public proceeding.
24
Sep
Sep
Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, millions of people misplace wills and trust documents.
Assets, Estate Attorney, Estate Planning, Heirs, Probate, Trusts
More Estate Planning for Unmarried Partners
16
Apr
Apr
Naming your partner as the pay-on-death (POD) or transfer-on-death (TOD) beneficiary often leads to pitfalls. Some of these occur when you name them on beneficiary designation forms. The POD or TOD option allows you to maintain control of the account during your lifetime.
18
Dec
Dec
Part 1 of a 2-Part Series Low-interest rates led to record-breaking mortgage refinancing across the country. Millions of homeowners are scrambling to refinance their home loans before the end of the year. After all; even a few tenths of a percentage point of interest, paid monthly for 30 years, significantly reduces the amount of interest […]
05
Sep
Sep
A trust (specifically, a Revocable Living Trust) (RLT) is a formal relationship. In it, the trust-maker names a trusted individual (trustee) to manage accounts and property.
19
Jun
Jun
As an added convenience for our clients, we are available to hold our meetings through video conferencing or by phone if you prefer. We are here to help you decide whether it makes sense to avoid probate in your particular case and, if so, the best way to do so.
12
Jun
Jun
Most people equate probate with privacy. The process of collecting, managing, and distributing a deceased person’s money and property, probate is not a private process. For example, attorneys file wills at the courthouse. This makes them public record. As a result, your nosy neighbors need only travel to the courthouse or hop online to find out […]
Does the deceased person’s will specify the amount they will pay you? As the personal representative, the estate will award compensation. Amounts vary based on a certain percentage of the estate.