There are a million different things that a special needs parent or caregiver worries about each day. The most common question faced by special needs parents and caregivers is, “What will happen to them if I am not here?” Today, 72 percent of parents and caregivers have not named a trustee for their child. Many have not…
The word estate refers to the whole of an individual’s interest in a set of property including land and other assets, such as stocks and retirement accounts. Every person has an estate to some extent, though some are larger and more valuable than others. When a person dies, this property must get divided amongst their heirs, or…
Estate planning…something we should all do, but most of us put it off. Do you think about your estate planning options? 60% of Americans have not gotten around to planning for the end of life. Though, the good news is that 81% of older folks, age 72 and up, have their estate planning documents in order. …
Knowing how to find an estate attorney is a lot like knowing whether somebody is trustworthy or not. It requires you to have a keen sense of character and to be able to tell whether someone will be there when you need them. In the worst of cases, you are not going to be able to tell if…
Besides your birth certificate and marriage license, your last will and testament is one of the most important documents you will ever own. Did you know there is more than one type of will to choose from? Depending on how many assets you own and the nature of your family, you may need multiple wills and trust documents…
A valid will is not enough to ensure the security and timely distribution of your assets in accordance with your wishes when you die. You should consider establishing a living trust in addition to your will. The larger the value of your estate, the greater the need to create a living trust and ensure the…
