Most people wait until they have a significant life event, such as marriage or childbirth, before consulting with an attorney. If you are not married, you may be unaware of the significance of estate planning. Your estate plan has two components: what happens to your...
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4 Considerations When Estate Planning with A Special Needs Child
Having a special needs family member requires you to see the world in ways that most others do not. Each family's requirements are unique. Persons with special needs frequently require care for the rest of their lives. Who will take over your role as a caretaker if...
How Many Trusts Should I Have?
How many trusts one should have is a question that comes up frequently because it used to be that two trusts were the norm. There’s some history behind this: estate tax laws (tax on the value of what is left) were different, and each spouse had an exemption up to a...
How do you plan for your adult child’s future care?
When your adult child has a serious mental health condition, you want to help guide and care for them. However, a child who is no longer a minor must permit you to participate in decisions. You can work to protect your loved one with good communication and proper...
5 Things New Parents Should Know About Their Estate Plan
If you’re a new parent, this is a hectic time in your life and estate planning may not be the first thing you think of when you wake up in the morning. However, the peace of mind that comes with knowing your child will be cared for no matter what is well worth talking...
Rags to Riches: 3 Estate Planning Tips for The Self-Made
We have all heard horror stories about wealth that passes down from one generation to another and does not pass the test of time. One of the most infamous examples is the fortune of Cornelius Vanderbilt, who would be worth $242.8 billion in today's dollars after...
Estate Planning 101 for Business Owners
While everyone should secure their assets, entrepreneurs must go above and beyond to protect their personal and business assets. Every company's future depends on its ability to plan for succession. While many organizations fail to thrive following a leadership...
Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, NFTs: Estate Planning & Your Digital Assets
Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, NFTs: Estate Planning & Your Digital Assets Although digital assets have been there for a while, they appear to be dominating headlines recently. Perhaps one of the most popular forms of digital assets is cryptocurrency. Kim Kardashian,...
When is the Best Time to Estate Plan?
Many people look at estate planning as something that can be put off until they get close to retirement. However, the truth is that you need to plan for your future much earlier in life. The reason? If something happened to you, your loved ones would be placed in an uncertain position during an already difficult time. So, when is the best time to estate plan? As soon as possible.
How do I Estate plan for My Disabled Child?
When your child has special needs, there are several things you need to do to plan for their future. One of the most important ways to prepare for your child with a disability is through estate planning. Therefore, if your child has special needs, you should know: How...
