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Every adult can benefit from drafting a will and other basic estate planning documents. However, too many people think it will not matter too much if they don't have these plans. If you feel like this, you should know how dying intestate (without a will) affects other...
A death in the family is a tragic event. Between the grief and sadness, loved ones can struggle to cope with the loss for quite some time. Adding in a contentious estate administration process, and this experience can be particularly upsetting.Unfortunately,...
When a person passes away, their will serves as a critical guide for property distribution and defining their legacy. It is a highly personal and powerful document, and the courts treat it as such. Therefore, setting it aside is not something they do lightly.However,...
Creating a will may not be the most enjoyable task, but it is an incredibly important one. Having a will as part of your estate plan alleviates some of the challenges with distributing assets and preserves your wishes.However, things change over time, from your...
As parents get older, many can struggle with mental decline. It might start with gradual memory lapses or come on suddenly, but in either case, a parent in this position can become vulnerable to mistreatment, threats to their safety and neglect.Thankfully, there are...
A will is a vital document for every adult to have in place. However, too many people assume they do not need one. Some do not recognize just how valuable a will can be; others think they have nothing to protect.In reality, every person has something worth protecting...
This is a question many people may think to themselves if they keep putting off making a will. It’s quite normal to put off making a will, as its creation means thinking about something unfortunate – what will happen to your loved ones and your property in...
Do you know an executor that is not performing their duties? A failing executor can cost estate thousands of dollars in fines and late fees.The role of executor is also legally binding. If they are mishandling money or are maliciously denying a benefactor their full...