Ask any parent with more than one child and they’ll probably tell you that “fair” and “equal” are far from the same thing. One child’s needs don’t necessarily match the needs of the other child. That’s a hard reality to navigate when the kids are young – but what do...
Building An Estate Plan That Is Right For You
Estate Planning
Using your estate plan to arrange the funeral you want
Most of us spend weeks (or months) planning for milestone life events like our wedding, a major anniversary or a holiday party. But the one event we're all guaranteed to experience -- our funeral -- often goes unplanned until after we pass away. You might not have...
Just became a parent? Time to do estate planning.
You may never have really thought about estate planning before in your life. You know that you will need to make a plan at some point, but it’s something you figure you can address later on. It feels like it’s much too early in life to consider taking these steps....
Do you want to leave an anatomical gift after your death?
Your legacy when you die may involve many different considerations. Some people want to support their children and grandchildren, while others want to give money to charitable organizations. Maybe you don't have many financial resources to pass on to others, or...
3 times adding a trust to your estate can protect your legacy
The details of an estate plan should be a reflection of someone's unique circumstances. No two people will need the exact same solutions when planning to protect themselves as they age and establish their legacy when they die. For some people, a simple will is all...
What is the purpose of a health care directive?
When you’re building an estate plan, one of the things your attorney will speak with you about is a health care directive. A health care directive is an important legal document that may have an impact on you during your life. It is designed to protect you if you...
What constitutes undue influence?
One reason for a will contest is known as undue influence. Like other issues, such as fraud, the argument being made by those alleging undue influence is that the will is no longer an accurate representation of what the person wanted when they made it. Unlike fraud,...
Should a new parent consider an estate plan?
Many people don’t choose to put together an estate plan until they feel they have assets of a significant value or that they have beneficiaries who could lose out if they don’t. If you are a new parent who doesn’t yet have an estate plan, then it’s time to sit down...