Preparing for one’s passing is stressful enough, but it can be aggravated by worries regarding the validity of a will. Individuals want to ensure that they are leaving something behind for their loved ones, and it would be impossible to properly distribute their property if the court does not find their will to be valid. Today, […]
Your estate plan, like your home, periodically needs a thorough clean up. Your life circumstances are constantly changing, and an estate plan that perfectly met your needs a couple of years ago may now be cluttered with outdated provisions or documents. With spring fast approaching, now is the time to dust off your estate plan to […]
As the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the United States, many concerned citizens have begun to seek out professionals to draft their wills and update any pre-existing plans they have. The fear and uncertainty surrounding the virus has highlighted the importance of preparing an estate plan. Still, the current demand for estate planning […]
Dear Clients & Friends, Here at Nielsen Law, we help families find peace of mind by planning for the unexpected. We are here to help during the Coronavirus pandemic and during future periods of uncertainty. Planning for the unexpected is exactly what we do. I am writing to you today to update you with Nielsen Law’s […]
One of the primary reasons people sign an estate plan is to prepare for the unexpected. And the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is certainly one of those unexpected situations that you should prepare for. With many schools and businesses closed, the increased time at home may give you an opportunity or new perspective to revisit your estate […]
Many people own property in more than one state—perhaps a vacation home in Florida, a rental property in a former home state, or even a car titled in another state. It is important to think about how that property will be handled as you create an estate plan. It may be necessary for there to be […]
Genealogy has long fascinated many people, and it continues to be studied by those who are interested in discovering who they descended from and what those family members were like. Many of us have gazed at black and white or sepia-tone photos of ancestors whose names we don’t know and wondered about their lives, joys, trials, […]
One of the main reasons for getting an annual check up with your doctor is to detect and treat problems before an illness or health condition becomes serious. Likewise, it is important for your estate plan to get a regular check up to address changes in your life circumstances or in the law to ensure that […]
On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act), which became effective on January 1, 2020. The Act is the most impactful legislation affecting retirement accounts in decades. It will have a positive impact for many older Americans but could have negative tax consequences for many beneficiaries […]
You and your spouse live together, you work together, and chances are you spend a lot of your free time together. Having a successful family relationship and family business together takes a lot of hard work and dedication but can also be among the most rewarding things in life. To help keep you on the right […]
