People often have questions about Estate Planning. This is the second in a series of articles addressing those questions. This second article addresses “what” Estate Planning comprises. Read on to learn more. The Questions of Estate Planning, Part 2 … [Read more...] about The Questions of Estate Planning, Part 2
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Five Reasons to Consult With an Estate Planning Attorney
There are websites on the Internet that sell do-it-yourself estate planning documents like last wills, and they contend that it is very easy to plan your own estate without legal assistance. In reality, this is an inaccurate statement, and you do not have to take our word for it. Several years ago, the highly regarded publication Consumer Reports put the question of DIY estate planning effectiveness under the microscope. They had people on their staff use downloads and worksheets that were … [Read more...] about Five Reasons to Consult With an Estate Planning Attorney
Legacy Planning: How Will You Be Remembered?
The process of estate planning is often looked upon as a purely financial endeavor. You create a will or trust to facilitate asset distributions, and the job is done. This is one way to look at it, and a basic estate plan is far better than no estate plan at all. However, if you would like to take a more comprehensive approach, you can engage in the process of legacy planning. When you carefully craft a legacy plan, you pass along things to your loved ones that can transcend mere dollars and … [Read more...] about Legacy Planning: How Will You Be Remembered?
The Questions of Estate Planning, Part I: Who
People often have questions on Estate Planning. This is the first in a series of articles addressing those questions. This first article addresses “who” should do Estate Planning. Read on to learn more. The Questions of Estate Planning, Part I: Who … [Read more...] about The Questions of Estate Planning, Part I: Who
Your Estate May Be In Jeopardy
As estate planning lawyers, we advise clients about the legacy threats that exist so that they can take steps to keep their resources safe and sound. In this blog post, we will look at three of the sources of asset erosion that are out there. We will also explain some of the steps that you can take to preserve your resources for the benefit of your loved ones if any of these threats apply to you. Federal and State Estate Taxes The federal estate tax can take a very significant bite out of the … [Read more...] about Your Estate May Be In Jeopardy
