Many people fail to realize that they can - and often should - make changes to their estate plans. Neglecting to update an estate plan can make it harder for people to settle the deceased's estate, often leading to disputes between beneficiaries and family members. It...
Estate Planning
3 advance directives to add to an estate plan
Estate plans can include more than just wills. People can draft numerous documents protecting themselves and their loved ones from a variety of different situations. For example, many people add trusts to their estate plans if they have loved ones with special needs...
What role do powers of attorney play in an estate plan?
Modern estate plans can include an assortment of different documents. People often draft wills as their primary testamentary documents. Some people use trusts to pass their assets to others. Of course, estate planning is as much about the testator's protection as it...
Do you need an estate plan?
You may be wondering if it’s time to make an estate plan. You’ve been thinking of doing it eventually, but you haven’t gotten around to it yet. But, perhaps, you’ve discovered that most Americans don’t have an estate plan. You may start wondering if you even need to...
5 important features of an estate plan
Have you ever made an estate plan? You, like millions of others, may not know where to start. To understand what’s included in an estate plan, then you should consider reading the following: 1. Will A will is the most basic legal document included in an estate plan....
Do you need an estate plan? The answer is yes
Many people struggle with the idea of creating an estate plan. On one side of things, they understand that it’s something that will benefit them, their family and their money. Conversely, they worry about the process itself, such as making the right decisions and...