Posts Tagged ‘ estate planning ’

Can I Remodel My Own Estate Planning Documents?

Do you know that, according to the National Association of Home Builders, May is National Home Remodeling Month? Many people associate spring with cleaning out the old, brushing off the dirt accumulated from the long winter, and starting projects around the house that have been neglected for far too long. Estate planning is one area that often goes unexamined and neglected. Is it time to remodel your estate plan? If so, is that something that you can (or should) do on your own?

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Firearms and Estate Administration: What to Know

According to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), from 1986 through 2018, tens of millions of firearms were both manufactured in and imported into the United States.[1] ...

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Reviewing Your Estate Plan after the Death of a Loved One

The death of a loved one is never easy. Regardless of your relationship with the deceased (blood relative, life partner, or close friend), you need space and time to process ...

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The Recipe for a Satisfying Estate Plan

Misconceptions about who needs an estate plan abound. Most people believe that estate planning is only for extremely wealthy business moguls or celebrities. But that could not be further from ...

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What to Do When a Loved One Dies Abroad

The death of a loved one can be one of the most disorienting life events. But if the loved one dies while traveling in a foreign country, the emotional and ...

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Seven Ways to Avoid Family Fights over Your Property

Ask a group of friends if they have experienced a family fight over property after a loved one has died, and you will be in for a lively and eye-opening ...

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Why Your Marital Property Agreement Should Be Shown to Your Estate Planner

It is not uncommon for couples to enter into marital property agreements stating what property is separately owned by each spouse and the property rights each spouse will have in ...

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Choosing a Gift to Give to a Charity

If you are considering making a donation to a public charity, you are not limited to donating cash. Depending upon your financial situation, giving objectives, and the needs of the ...

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Things to Be Aware of When Administering a Hoarder’s Estate

Hoarding is more than just being a bit messy (or buying a six-month supply of toilet paper): it is actually a mental disorder causing some people to have difficulty discarding ...

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Strategies for Your Charitable Planning

There are many reasons why you may want to give to a charity: You may give because you believe strongly in a cause or organization, but it can also reduce ...

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