The majority of American households have some type of pet, and dogs and cats enhance the lives of their owners in many ways. If you own a pet as part of a family and you pass away, the rest of the family will provide the care that the pet needs. However, everyone is not in this position. Pet … [Read more...] about Can You Include Your Pet In Your Estate Plan?
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Can You Change Your Mind and Terminate a Trust?
Some people brush aside the possibility of the utilization of a trust because they harbor a misconception. They are under the impression that you permanently surrender control of assets that you convey into any type of trust. This stems from a bit of truth, but it is not an absolute, and we will … [Read more...] about Can You Change Your Mind and Terminate a Trust?
Estate Planning: Use the Right Tool for the Job
The most common estate planning mistake is the idea that a simple will is the only document you need. In fact, a properly constructed estate plan should address some issues that may arise toward the end of your life. Plus, a will is not always the best asset transfer vehicle. You should see a … [Read more...] about Estate Planning: Use the Right Tool for the Job
Are There Different Types of Wills and Trusts?
We often have to clear up misconceptions that people harbor about estate planning. One common notion is the idea that there is just one type of will, and one type of trust. This is not the case, and we will provide an explanation of some of the different wills and trusts that can be used in this … [Read more...] about Are There Different Types of Wills and Trusts?
Use These Questions to Initiate the Estate Planning Process
Some people know that estate planning is important, but they are frozen with inaction because they have no frame of reference. If this sounds familiar, you can use these questions as a starting point, and we can do the rest when you schedule a consultation. Do you have dependent children? Estate … [Read more...] about Use These Questions to Initiate the Estate Planning Process
Is Your Estate Plan Incomplete?
A lot of people think that estate planning boils down to the execution of a simple will. This is definitely part of the equation, but there are other matters to consider, and a will is not always going to be the best asset transfer vehicle to utilize. Other Options You should definitely take pause … [Read more...] about Is Your Estate Plan Incomplete?
