Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies
May 29, 2020
When a member of your family dies, you could be left to pick up the financial pieces. Finding all the information you need can be challenging.
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Are My Beneficiary Designations Trouble?
May 27, 2020
Most consumers are familiar with the beneficiary designation form they complete when opening an IRA or 401(k). The form designates who receives the asset if the account owner dies. However, these forms can create confusion, unintended bequests, and family turmoil if not adequately monitored.
Still Not Inspired To Get a Will?
May 6, 2020
The COVID-19 crisis isn’t just costing Americans their freedom and jobs; it’s also forcing millions to contemplate their own mortality.
Aretha Franklin’s Executor Resigns
March 31, 2020
Aretha Franklin’s niece, Sabrina Owens, has resigned as executor of the late soul singer’s estate amid mounting family tensions, the Detroit Free Press reports.
At What Age Do I Need a Will?
February 26, 2020
It’s never too early to start estate planning. If you already have a family, getting your personal affairs in order is a must. The sooner you start planning, the more prepared you will be for life’s unexpected twists and turns.
Fixing an Estate Plan Mistake
February 25, 2020
Sometimes, despite best intentions and best efforts, an estate plan leaves unintended problems for heirs, trustees, and others to solve. For example, a trust may have become outdated because of changes in tax laws, the birth or death of family members, or special circumstances, like an heir’s disability.
Handling Inherited Investments?
February 20, 2020
Receiving an inheritance can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it’s overwhelming, thanks to the intense emotions associated with losing a loved one combined with the confusion about what to do with the newly acquired assets. On the other, an inheritance can re-invigorate your finances and create new opportunities for you and your family.
How Do You Contest a Will?
February 13, 2020
Contesting a will simply means that you formally object to the terms and validity of the will.
Some Estate Planning Steps for 2020
February 3, 2020
This time of the year is a great time to revisit your estate plan so you can ensure your legacy is protected for years to come.
What Does an Estate Planning Lawyer Really Do?
January 15, 2020
Estate planning is a systematic process, which involves getting your personal and financial goals for the time you pass away or become mentally incapacitated. It is also known as a last will, and almost everyone does this planning for their family.
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