Estate Planning and the Blended Family
Your first marriage didn’t work out. Your new spouse’s first marriage didn’t work out either. But now you have found each other. You’re married – you’re happy – and everything is looking great. Have you stopped to think about what happens to each of you when...
Who Are the People Involved in an Estate Plan?
Estate planning attorneys sometimes sound like they speak their own language. We’re not trying to be difficult, we just want to make sure you fully understand the process. Clearly defining the key roles in your estate plan helps you answer your attorney’s...
How to Avoid Probate Scams: Tips to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones
Probate fraud and estate planning scams are on the rise, frequently targeting older adults and grieving families during their most vulnerable moments. These scams take many forms—from false claims against a will to fraudsters posing as professionals...
Estate Planning for Non-Traditional Families: Why It Matters More Than Ever
In today's world families come in all shapes and sizes—and so should estate plans. As the number of non-traditional families continues to rise, so does the importance of thoughtful, comprehensive estate planning. Whether you are part of an unmarried...
How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Will
Creating a will is one of the most important steps in planning your estate—but equally important is choosing the right person to carry out your wishes in that position. This person is known as your executor, and the executor plays a central role in making...
Tips for Safely Storing Estate Planning Documents
Once you have a complete estate plan, don’t forget to make sure those documents are safely stored and available to access for when the time comes. You need to make sure that the documents are stored safely and that the correct people know how to find them. ...
Understanding Your Credit Score: What Really Matters
A credit score is more than just a number- it is a snapshot of your financial health, shaped by five categories: payment history, amounts owed, length of credit history, pursuit of new credit, and credit mix. Understanding how these factors work is...
Beyond A Will – Unlock the Power of a Full Estate Plan
Traditionally, people believe that they only need a Will to properly pass on their assets to their family when they are gone. A Will is, typically, the first thing they think of when considering options for protecting their assets and family for when they...
Key Legal Steps for a Stress-Free Vacation
Everyone looks forward to a vacation! It offers a chance to step away from the chaos of day-to-day life and relax. However, before embarking on your trip, there are certain legal documents you can create to ensure that you can have a worry-free experience....