A will serves as a person's legal declaration of their wishes for the distribution of their estate. However, for too many willmakers with diminished capacity, a will becomes a tool for someone else to use for their own financial gain. Under these circumstances,...
Estate Planning
What Do I Do With Property No One Wants To Inherit
When you think about inheritance, you might imagine a large sum of money or some valuable property that someone hands down to grateful beneficiaries. However, the fact is that not all property is desirable. In fact, some can create problems or financial demands that...
Why You Should Consider Putting Your LLC into a Trust
The limited liability company (LLC) is a popular business structure that offers liability protection and avoidance of double taxation. Trusts are popular asset transfer vehicles that allow you to avoid probate and keep assets out of the hands of creditors. By placing...
Tips for Making an Estate Plan Align With Your Beliefs, Values
When making your estate plan, you want to be sure it is comprehensive and legally enforceable. But does it also accurately reflect your values and beliefs? Following are some tips for ensuring it does. Think beyond logistics The details of your estate plan—everything...
Is Your Will Valid?
Creating a will is a valuable way to protect your legacy and provide guidance for loved ones during the estate administration process. However, if you make a will that is not valid or enforceable and you pass away, it could be like you died without a will at all. To...