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Inheritance theft isn’t something anyone wants to think someone in their family is capable of. Unfortunately, however, inheritance theft does occur. A family doesn’t have to be especially wealthy to experience inheritance theft. It occurs with estates of all sizes....
There is a prevalent cultural expectation that people will leave their most valuable assets for family members when they die. This belief is so strong that state law even reinforces it with intestate succession laws. Spouses and children have legally protected rights...
There are numerous reasons to create a will and other estate planning documents, but none are more important than your family. You want to make sure that your assets go to the right people upon your death. Thus, it’s important to ensure that your will reflects your...
Estate plans are complicated legal documents that include many considerations. Planning your estate shouldn’t be difficult, however. If you’re looking to plan your estate, you may find it easier after knowing what to include. Here’s what you should know: Wills and...
A will is an invaluable part of any estate plan. As you’ve worked so hard for your savings and assets, you want to be assured that they go to the right people if something happens to you. A will can offer you this reassurance. Of course, this only goes to plan if the...
A trust is a powerful estate planning tool if you are interested in safeguarding your future and loved ones. Done right, a trust can save time, reduce unnecessary paperwork and ensure that your assets pass down to your intended beneficiaries. However, not all trusts...
The state of Washington made some big changes to the way that wills can be created and maintained. Thanks to the Electronic Wills Act (EWA), residents of this state can now execute and store their wills entirely online as of Jan. 1, 2022. What exactly does this mean...
When you agreed to be an executor for a close friend’s or family member’s estate, they may have assured you that their estate plan was detailed, organized, straightforward and would be easy to administer. For the most part, it is. There’s just one problem: You can’t...
Estate planning is a major task that all adults should think carefully about. While most people think about writing out a quick will, many might not realize that there are other factors to consider when you’re thinking about an estate plan. Your estate plan...
The person you choose to execute your estate will take on considerable responsibility. While they can get legal help to do it, you want to ensure they have certain attributes in the first place. Choosing the wrong person can delay the distribution process and could...