Your home is likely one of your most valuable assets, if not the most valuable one you own. Calling it an asset can feel cold. A home is more than materials and possessions. It’s where we live, gather, create stories, and share lasting memories. But legally, your home is a combination of property types and […]
Estate planning can be complicated enough when all your assets and loved ones are located within one country. But for US residents with international connections, whether through property, citizenship, residency, business interests, or loved ones living abroad, it can become significantly more complex with international inheritance laws. Different countries have different rules about who inherits, […]
The allure of a foreign land—perhaps where the weather is milder, the pace of life slower, and the cost of living lower—is a dream for many Americans who want to escape our country’s fast-paced, high-cost living. That dream can become a reality, and a tangible investment, for Americans who purchase a home overseas. Wealthy individuals […]
Most Americans carry a certain amount of debt during our lifetimes, from unsecured credit card debt, to more substantial debt like a mortgage. When you pass away, your debts are an issue which must be addressed. What happens to your debts often depends on the type of debt and the state where you live. Debts […]
