Most people understand that having some sort of an estate plan is a good thing. Many people do not understand the nuances between a will and trust – and dying without either – but should not deter you from starting. Here is what will generally happen if you die, intestate (without a will or trust), […]
The notion of fairness often pervades family dynamics and may continue even beyond death when decisions about dividing accounts and property arise. The law has attempted to address different notions of fairness with a variety of distribution strategies. Per stirpes, by representation, and per capita are key terms in estate planning that specify how money […]
Far too many families end up fighting, or at least experiencing tension, over a family inheritance, but it does not have to be that way. Many families have worked through the details of divvying up a deceased relative’s property remarkably well and ended up even closer. Having counseled families for years, we offer the following […]
Passing Your Stories and Values to Future Generations Money tends to be focus of an estate plan, but the one’s riches of wisdom, values and experiences, can be more meaningful to their family and friends. Reinforcement of family traditions can be built into your estate plan alongside your wishes regarding your money, property, and belongings. […]
