by Christine | Sep 3, 2015 | Estate Planning, Executor, Wills |
An executor of an estate can easily get into trouble for not doing certain things, but an executor can also find themselves in trouble if they do certain things. An experienced estate planning attorney can help with navigating the do’s and don’ts of the...
by Christine | Nov 24, 2014 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Executor, Inheritance, Living Trust, Probate, Tax Planning, Trusts, Wills |
A revocable living trust is similar to a will in that it indicates how you would like your assets to be distributed after your death and can be amended anytime. While you should always have a will, a living trust—which is simply a trust set up during your...
by Christine | Sep 16, 2014 | Asset Protection, Assets, Estate Planning, Executor, Inheritance, Probate |
If for no other reason, you need a will to name an executor (or executrix). So, do you really need a will? Yes. Really. A recent Forbes article titled "Do I Really Need a Will?" recommends that you should have a will to at least designate an executor or...
by Christine | Feb 26, 2013 | Estate Law, Estate Planning, Executor |
It is important for an executor to pay close attention to detail and engage in a careful, deliberative process. And remember that the best advice will come from an experienced and knowledgeable estate planning attorney. Scenario: You’ve been named the executor...
by Christine | Oct 30, 2012 | Estate Planning, Executor, Inheritance, Wills |
The chief risk is always that the money will impact a kids’ motivation and self-reliance. “Ideally one would set aside enough funds to allow our family members to do anything they could do, but not so much that they could do nothing.” You give an inheritance to your...
