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If I don’t create an estate plan, won’t the government provide one for me?

November 6, 2018 by Hunter Montgomery

YES. But your family may not like it. The government’s estate plan is called “Intestate Probate” and guarantees government interference in the disposition of your estate. Documents must be filed and approval must be received from a court to pay your bills, pay your spouse an allowance, and account … [Read more...] about If I don’t create an estate plan, won’t the government provide one for me?

Why do I need an estate plan?

November 6, 2018 by Hunter Montgomery

Most of us spend a considerable amount of time and energy in our lives accumulating wealth. With this, there comes a time to preserve wealth both for enjoyment and future generations. A solid, effective estate plan ensures that your hard-earned wealth will remain intact as it passes to your … [Read more...] about Why do I need an estate plan?

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Montgomery Law Firm, LLC. services the city of Bluffton, South Carolina along with the following counties: Allendale, Bamberg, Beaufort, Hampton and Jasper, Aiken, Edgefield and McCormick.