As you do your estate planning, you talk to a friend who is also doing theirs. This friend has three children, but they're estranged from one of them. They never talk, and they haven't in years. You know that they do not want to leave their inheritance to this...
Do I need a probate attorney?
Month: February 2020
Relationships, values and money in estate planning
People often think estate planning revolves around money. The goal, after all, is to decide what to do with your assets after you pass away.That may be true, but experts say that things like values and relationships are actually much more important than money. They...
Your estate plan can help during life and after death
You have a fairly small estate, and you're not worried about estate taxes. You really think that your will and other steps you've taken are enough to prevent your family from having to go through probate after your death. So, should you work on an estate...
You can change your will after writing it
When you write your will, be careful and do try to get everything perfectly right. Remember that your family may be counting on it to be accurate and helpful. You never know when they're actually going to need to use it. Don't make mistakes.That said, don't worry so...
What if a home appraisal is low during estate planning?
You're doing your estate planning, and one of your major assets is your home. You do not want to leave it to both of your children because you worry that it may cause a dispute. Plus, you already talked to them and one of them wants the house, while the other does...
