Jun 13, 2018 | Estate Planning
Have you written your will yet? If the answer is no, this is something you should not ignore. Every adult should have a written will to protect their assets and family from the unexpected If you think making a will is complicated, we’re here to help. Keep...
Mar 14, 2017 | Estate Planning
When an individual dies, typically, at least some of the property that individual owned will be subject to probate. This means that the property must go through a formal probate process to be distributed according to the individual’s will. Even if the individual did...
Mar 16, 2016 | Estate Planning
There are a lot of misconceptions about what happens if you die without a Will. Many people think the state will take your property. While this can and does happen in rare instances, the state has a system for passing your assets to your next-of-kin. This system is...
Mar 16, 2016 | Estate Planning
An increasingly popular way of handling probate issues is to create a living trust. A living trust helps bypass probate proceedings in court and can also help mitigate tax liability. There are two types of living trusts: revocable and irrevocable. A revocable trust...
Mar 16, 2016 | Estate Planning
Failing to plan is planning to fail. While death is an unpleasant subject, it is important to have a plan for your assets after you pass away. Many people wonder if they really need a will and what will happen if they die without one. If you die without a will, your...