What Estate Planning Documents Should I Have when I Retire?
February 2, 2021
Few retirees have all of these documents that are crucial to their golden years — especially during a pandemic.
Estate of Charles Schulz Still Making Money
January 29, 2021
Is there a person on the planet who doesn’t love the Peanuts characters? Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Pigpen, Schroeder, and the gang are the iconic creations of Charles Schulz. In fact, it is still so popular that they earned Schulz’s estate $32.5 million over the last year, two decades since his death due to cancer.
Who Makes Money from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?
January 21, 2021
Roald Dahl has written dozens of childhood classics, from the newly remade The Witches, to The BFG and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Roald is now the subject of a new drama on Sky titled Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of The Curious Mouse, which imagines the authors meeting.
Taking a look at Estate of Late Soccer Star Diego Maradona
January 14, 2021
Diego Maradona’s death has triggered an outpouring of grief around the world. Now comes the scramble for a share of the soccer legend’s complex financial legacy, ranging from his iconic jerseys to luxury cars, image rights and even an amphibious tank.
Is the Pandemic Motivating People to Do Estate Planning?
January 7, 2021
Lack of understanding around estate planning may be leading Americans to avoid getting a will, even as interest is on the rise due to the global pandemic, according to a new survey from financial services leader Policygenius.
What’s Going on with the Estate of Kenny Rogers?
January 5, 2021
A friend of the late Kenny Rogers is being sued by the singer’s estate for allegedly producing an unauthorized DVD of The Gambler’s farewell tour.
Federal Court Decides for ‘Blue Water’ Navy Veterans
December 22, 2020
A recent court order could give up to 15,000 Vietnam veterans previously denied disability benefits, an average of $28,000 in backdated payouts, but federal officials could still yet try to appeal the ruling in coming weeks.
Do I Really Need a Will?
December 11, 2020
There’s much to plan for in life — college, your wedding, your first child, life insurance — and with more than enough to keep you busy, it’s easy to forget about your will. After all, no one wants to sit around and dwell on their death, but it is perhaps one of the most important decisions you will make in your life.
Is a Tax Change a Good Time to Check My Will?
December 3, 2020
Changes in tax laws could be affecting—and outdating—your clients’ wills and bequeathing plans.
How Does Court Choose an Executor if a Will Isn’t Available?
December 2, 2020
An essential part of estate planning is selecting someone to represent you after your death in the management of your estate. This personal representative is also known as an executor, or executrix, if you choose a woman as your personal representative.