Friends Furever: Setting Up A Pet Trust
Dogs rule. Cats…Fish? Gerbils? Birds….Statistics show that young and old continue to invest heavily in pets. We appreciate their loyalty, and welcome the joy they add to our days. But when we choose to bring…
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Disputing An Adult Guardianship?
The stakes are high in a guardianship dispute. Because guardianships are established in court, ending or changing a guardianship cannot occur without court intervention. Read on for an overview of the motions which can be…
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Wealth Transfer and Women: Estate Plan!
With the Baby Boom generation growing older, an estimated $124 trillion is being passed on to younger generations. As a result: it’s estimated that in just a few years—by 2030—women will control way more money…
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How Long Does Probate Take?
That’s a question lots of families find themselves asking upon the death of a loved one. The answer? It depends! Each state has its own protocols, though there are common practices. The length of time…
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Estate Planning: Tips for Collectors
Art? Vintage cars? Antiques? Jewelry? Fashion? Whatever your passion, if you enjoy collecting, you’ll also want to invest in a plan for the future of your treasures. While it is of course important to plan…
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Revocable Living Trusts 101
Setting up a revocable living trust has many advantages as we enter our older ages and become faced with choices about our own care in the event of decline, as well as transferring assets to…
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No Trustee? Consider a Third Party
When a trust is established as part of estate and care planning, a fiduciary must be named to carry out the purpose of the trust. This person is referred to as a trustee. It is…
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Addiction and Estate Planning
With millions of American families grappling with the complex terrain of addiction, proactive estate planning is an important way to craft a safety net—-a framework of carefully considered strategies that provide stability and support in…
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Digital Accounts? Estate Planning Tips
Make things as easy as possible for yourself, and the loved ones who will eventually step in to help, by proactively organizing your digital affairs. For example, carefully provide account and access information to your…
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