As you do your estate planning, are you really just trying to create a plan that will keep the peace? Maybe you have heard stories of people whose relationships have ended because of estate disputes. Maybe you know siblings who went through such a dispute and now,...
Month: April 2020
Wills and trusts: How do they differ?
You know that wills and trusts are both valuable estate planning tools, but once is the difference? Do you need them both? Probably. A will is a blueprint of what you want to happen after your death. If you have minor children, the will is where you will name their...
The basics of creating an estate plan
No matter how old you are, accidents can happen. Unexpected illnesses can set in. That’s why everyone – from young adults to senior citizens – needs an estate plan. Don’t know where to start? Here are the four things you need to assist your family – and to give you...
Why making an estate plan could help your family receive more
If you could choose between giving money to the taxman or giving it to your family, you would probably choose to give it to your family. Estate planning is a great way to make sure that happens. There are two basic ways to pass on what you own to your family: before...