Year: 2018
There are many false impressions out there about creating an estate plan. However, it actually does not have to be challenging. Estate planning does not have to be difficult to accomplish, according to The New York Times in “What It Was Like To Finally Write My Will.” The author of the piece discovered that creating his […]
The traditional methods for burial of remains are still in place. However, there are also “green” options. Different cultures are beginning to rethink the process of funerals for people. Some are turning to an “environmentally friendly” way, according to The New York Times in “Thinking About Having a ‘Green’ Funeral? Here’s What to Know.” A […]
Creating a plan for distribution of assets is practical. If you do not have children, it isn’t possible to follow the standard practice of caring for your spouse and your offspring when considering an estate plan. Exploring the options when childless requires a bit more thinking, according to The New York Times in “If You […]
Avoiding the thought of death is relatively standard in humans. However, it may not be the right course. We do not generally dwell on the thought of death, we avoid making estate plans and we are often not prepared for the reality of death when it happens, according to The New York Times in “New […]
A living trust can become a problem, if it isn’t created with good advice. A living trust needs careful preparation or an estate may face probate, according to the Napa Valley Register in “Avoid this living trust problem.” The problem can result from people buying living trusts through non-attorney trust mills, online legal form services or […]
Many of the problems that arise in managing an estate can be avoided by careful planning. Some of the friction within the family and difficulties in dealing with an estate can go more smoothly, if you know a few things about estate planning and your goals, according to The Register-Guard in “Final farewell needs to […]
A trust can solve a lot of problems, if you are the primary provider and pass away. A good way to make sure your family gets the money they need to meet bills and expenses after you are gone, is to avoid probate, according to The New York Times in “Life After Your Death? Why […]
A will written years ago may not fit with the current laws of your state if changes have been made. Whether an estate plan is a good one depends on state laws that may be changed, so it is a good idea to take a fresh look at your plan, according to the Dunwoody Crier […]
There are many, many reasons why people need an estate plan. There are so many reasons why people need a will, that in all likelihood everyone needs one, according to The Bellingham Herald in “Here are seven reasons you want to protect your family with a last will and testament.” The reasons include: Without a […]
Even if you don’t live close to elderly parents you can be of help. In our everchanging society, it is quite possible that children will move far away from their parents. However, that does not mean children who do not live close cannot be of service in caring for their parents, according to the Flagstaff […]
