When you establish a trust, you need to choose a trustee. A trustee does what you do right now with your financial affairs. Some of their duties include collecting income, paying bills and taxes, saving and investing for the future, buying and selling property, providing for your loved ones, keeping accurate records, and generally keeping […]
It’s no secret, people are not a fan of probate. The most common reasons being the expense, time and confusion about the process. And while probate can be a hassle, one way to minimize those frustrations can be to have a well-crafted estate plan. The cost of not doing so can be seen in the […]
If you want to provide for a loved one who is disabled or has special needs when you are no longer here, care must be taken to ensure that the inheritance you leave will help rather than harm your loved one. An inheritance received outright could negatively impact your loved one if he or she […]
You just found out that your favorite aunt, Aunt Melba, has died. In the midst of your grief and sadness, you receive a notice from the attorney handling Aunt Melba’s affairs stating that you are a beneficiary. Your best friend advises you get an attorney. What should you do? Will Aunt Melba’s attorney help you? […]
