The judge has recently signed your divorce decree. Now what? Although you may be tired of spending time and money on lawyers, you’ll still need to talk to an estate planning attorney. If you and your former spouse shared estate planning in the past, you’ll now need to make changes to avoid having your money […]
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Estate planning for couples with disproportionate assets who are married for the second or third time can be tricky. One solution—the Lifetime QTIP Trust—allows the well-to-do spouse to maintain control of their property and wealth, but also protect and provide for the other spouse. Creating a Lifetime QTIP Trust A “QTIP Trust” (qualified terminable interest […]
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From the moment of their birth, we all make plans to ensure that our children and grandchildren have a bright future. What will the child’s interests be? What job will they have? Who will they marry? And for a special needs child or grandchild, how can we make sure they have a safe, happy, and […]
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If you own property in more than one state, for example, a vacation home or a car titled in a state outside the one where you live, you’ll need to factor that property into your estate plan. This kind of ownership may necessitate an additional probate proceeding called ancillary probate. With the right estate planning […]
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It’s a good idea to keep all of your estate planning documents updated, but your financial power of attorney is one document that should be reexamined more frequently than others. Revisiting your financial power of attorney will help ensure that the agent you’ve appointed is still the person you’d want managing your affairs if you […]
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Real estate can take on different forms of ownership, and understanding how your real estate is owned, or “titled,” can help you determine how much control you have over your asset. You can better understand how susceptible your property is to creditors, and what will happen to it upon your death. Below are some common […]
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Regardless of your age, race, gender, or sexual orientation, properly protecting your future and your loved ones will require a plan. If you are an LGBTQ couple, you’ll need to factor some specific details into your estate plan. Each couple is unique, and you’ll want to ensure that your wishes are carried out and that […]
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Your current health may be excellent, but the future is unknown, and you may suddenly become hurt, sick, or unable to make healthcare decisions for yourself. If you’re unconscious after an accident, for example, you’ll need someone to make those decisions for you. A medical power of attorney allows you to name a trusted person […]
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Welcome to 2020! A new year is a time for optimism and new opportunities. It’s time to start fresh! But making New Year’s resolutions is not enough; you’ll also need to take action to make sure you and your loved ones are prepared for anything the future might bring. Create a New Estate Plan in […]
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According to the Pew Research Center, 44.4 million foreign-born people lived in the US in 2017, 55% of whom were non-citizens. This means there are many occasions when a non-citizen may be the beneficiary of the estate of a U.S. citizen. This may be the case, for example, if the non-citizen married a U.S. citizen. […]
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