Why Would I Need a Living Trust?
Have you made any plans to distribute your assets and take care of your family, when you die or become incapacitated?
Trusts can Work for ‘Regular’ People
When you hear the word trust fund, you might think of the uber-wealthy giving their kids a big chunk of cash on their 25th birthday. However, trust funds aren’t just for the rich.
What Is Prince Harry’s Inheritance from His Mum, Princess Diana?
Prince Harry told Oprah Winfrey that after being cut off financially by the royal family, he supported his new life in California with his inheritance from Princess Diana.
How to Choose Who Should Serve as Executor or Trustee?
In addition to deciding who gets what when you die, you have key roles to fill that deserve thoughtful deliberation as part of the estate-planning process, experts say.
Are Childhood Collections Part of Your Estate Planning?
COVID-19 has altered how we spend our time. Most forms of socialization were scaled back or continued virtually. The forced isolation reignited a passion for hobbies and collecting.
Estate Planning After Remarriage
Married people in second marriages with prior children often have to balance the future well-being of their spouse with that of their own children.
Preparing for an Estate Planning Consultation
While most initial meetings with an estate planning attorney will result in some questions you likely have never considered, there are many ways in which you can prepare for a thoughtful and productive estate planning conference that will result in a better understanding of your goals and more efficient use of time with your attorney.
Not Talking About Estate Planning Can Be An Expensive Mistake
Many baby boomers may hesitate to discuss money with their children, but the reality is that a massive amount of wealth will be transferred in the next couple of decades.
Equal Is Not Always Fair When Considering Inheritance
When you’re planning to divide your estate unequally, explain the reasons to your heirs, and remember: They might be hurt anyway.
Does Living Trust Help with Probate and Inheritance Taxes?
I was told that unlike wills, a trust doesn’t require probate and is not taxable. My main asset is a house that I want to pass on to my son. Would a living trust help?
