What Happens When Property Is Owned Jointly and an Owner Dies?
January 24, 2023
Various types of property, such as bank accounts and real estate, can be owned jointly with another person(s).
Is Estate Planning and Writing Will the Same Thing?
January 19, 2023
Many people think that estate planning and writing a will are the same. However, one is actually just part of the other.
Should Each Child Get Equal Inheritance?
January 13, 2023
Equally sharing the wealth among the children isn’t always fair, such as when one sibling is the primary caretaker, or another is already wealthy.
What Does a Last Will and Testament Do?
January 12, 2023
A last will and testament is essential for every adult. It establishes one’s wishes for distributing their property, whether real or personal, after death.
What Is Included in an Estate Inventory?
January 9, 2023
One of the essential steps in the probate process is filing an inventory of all the assets that are part of the estate.
Can I Contest Dad’s Will While He’s Still Living?
January 6, 2023
The contents of a person’s will and related revocable trust cannot be challenged in court until he or she has died, Maryland’s second highest court ruled last week in rejecting a daughter’s bid to revive an undue-influence challenge to her estranged and ailing mother’s decision to write her out of her will.
Does My Estate Plan Need an ‘ePlan’?
January 3, 2023
At any given time, the average American maintains between 30 and 50 online accounts. These may be with banks, financial institutions, utility companies, email providers, social media outlets, commercial shopping or travel sites and accounts unique to technology, such as an account to purchase apps for a smartphone.
How to Talk to Parents about Estate Planning
December 30, 2022
With nearly 90% of caregivers providing care to a family member, and the holidays rapidly approaching, it is an opportune time to check in with both aging family members, as well as those performing caregiving duties.
Are My Children Entitled to My Money?
December 29, 2022
Adult children may anticipate, but are not legally entitled, to an inheritance.
It Is Important to Update Your Estate Plan
December 27, 2022
Will there be changes in your circumstances or your family that should lead to a review of your plan? Could some events cause you to need to revise or update the plan?