Are Smaller Inheritances a New Trend?
Due to demographic changes and changing economic fortunes, older Americans increasingly have to transfer money to their adult children to...
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January 7, 2016
Wills
Wills
How Long is a Will Valid?
The mere passage of time has no effect on the valid will. Individuals and families experience life changes every 2...
December 29, 2015
Probate, Probate Administration
Probate, Probate Administration
The Formal Probate Administration Process
If someone dies owning assets in his or her name alone (“probatable assets”), there must be a probate court proceeding...
November 24, 2015
Trust Beneficiaries, Trusts
Trust Beneficiaries, Trusts
Pet Trusts – Planning for Your Pets in your Estate
What are Pet Trusts? Some animals are undoubtedly beloved pets. They provide us with love and companionship, while there are other...
November 21, 2015
Estate Plan, Estate Planning
Estate Plan, Estate Planning
The Importance of Having an Estate Plan
Why is it So Important to Have an Estate Plan? In the land of opportunity, many people have “made it”...
November 15, 2015
Probate
Probate
What is Probate proceeding?
What Is Probate, Anyway? Probate is the court proceeding to transfer a dead person's assets to the people who are...