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Ideally speaking, heirs will find that the estate left behind by a deceased parent is going to contain more assets than debts. There are always going to be some debts, even if they're just minor credit card debts for daily purchases, but it will generally not be...
Serving as the executor of someone's estate means taking on numerous responsibilities. An executor must disclose the contents of the will to family members. They have to oversee probate proceedings and distribute assets to beneficiaries. Their role also requires that...
As we have mentioned in previous blogs, funding a spendthrift trust is a good way to protect your beneficiaries from their worst instincts regarding money. But when you are adding one to your estate plan, there is something else that you may want to consider. Choosing...
Successful adults will always need assistance with the creation of a retirement plan and an estate plan. A surprising number of people don't understand the importance of financial review in the estate planning process. They may work with a financial professional when...
When a parent passes away, adult children may return to the childhood home. It’s an emotional, sentimental time. They see those familiar rooms where they ate dinner, watched movies and grew up with their parents. The house feels strangely empty and quiet. It really...
Proper estate planning is critical to your family’s future stability. That’s one reason why it’s one of the most loving actions someone can take. That means there’s a lot riding on the shoulders of the executor you choose to manage your estate. However, too many...
The definition of probate is simple. It is essentially a court process to prove that a person’s will was signed and executed legally. However, the probate process remains poorly understood across the nation, including here in Las Vegas, Nevada. If asked, nearly...
No one knows when an accident or illness may result in them being incapacitated. Incapacitation can be temporary, such as if you’re unconscious during surgery or you were placed into a medically induced coma after a crash. It can also be more permanent, such as if you...
When an estate passes through probate, it offers security, helping your family feel everything has been handled correctly as the deceased intended. Yet, some people prefer to avoid it because it can cause delays to the distribution of the estate. How someone creates...
The Build Back Better Act is moving through Congress, and it could very well be signed into law by the end of the year. Understanding what this could mean for your estate plan is important, whether you’ve already a plan in place or haven’t yet started. Key changes...
