Handling an estate on behalf of a deceased loved one is often a difficult task. First, you have to review and make sense of the last will and estate plan. Then, you have to submit all necessary documentation to relevant parties, such as the bank and creditors of the...
Month: April 2018
‘Glee’ actor’s ex-girlfriend loses bid to administer his estate
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Apr 27, 2018 | Estate Planning
Some of our readers may already be familiar with the sad saga of actor Mark Salling. The actor gained prominence on the television show "Glee." However, in Dec. 2015, he made headlines for another reason.Salling was charged with child pornography possession. He...
Do revocable living trusts help avoid probate?
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Apr 20, 2018 | Trusts
Avoiding probate is not always simple or even possible, but it usually well worth the effort to do so. On of the most common tools used to circumvent the probate process is forming a revocable living trust to hold assets that would otherwise pass through probate and...
What are personal and marital estate tax exemptions?
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Apr 13, 2018 | Estate Planning
When developing your estate plan, it is important to understand the all of the exemptions and protections you can use to keep your property safe from costly challenges and taxation. With careful planning, you can use many legal tools to create protections for your...
How do you choose a strong trustee?
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Apr 6, 2018 | Trusts
When you decide to create a trust, one of the most important pieces of the puzzle is identifying someone who can serve effectively as a trustee. Many people do not fully understand the responsibilities that a trustee carries, or the complications that a trustee who...
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