Writing up a will is one of the most important things you will ever do in your life. As unfortunate of a truth as it is, you are going to eventually leave this world and everything you own will be left behind. Having a will is the only way to ensure all of your possessions […]
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Estate Planning: It Is Never Too Early (June 10th 2018) When you hear the word “estate,” a fancy home on sprawling acres of land may come to mind. However, an estate actually refers to a person’s assets. Almost everyone has an estate of some kind. If you own a house, a car, stock in a […]
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Of course, it is completely understandable that no one wants to think about what will happen after they die. However, everyone dies at some point and therefore it is important that you are prepared for when this happens. It is beneficial for everyone to have somewhat of a plan in regards to what will happen […]
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A will is a written document that divides your property upon your death. I tell all of my clients that a will is one of the most important documents that they will ever put together. Without a will, your assets will go to your spouse or your children at your death. A will allows a […]
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Creating a will can be a stressful situation for some people. Of course, no one really wants to think about what will happen to their estate when they pass away but it is inevitable and preparations should be in place in the event of your untimely death. It can also be stressful to decide who […]
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When a person dies, of course there are many factors that the family is left to handle. These factors become even more complex and confusing when the person who has passed away does not have a will. Who will handle the finances? Who gets the house? There are further complications depending on the person’s marital […]
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Who will care for your pets when you die or if you become incapacitated or hospitalized? Many pet owners consider their pets to be family members. However, because legally a pet is considered personal property, it cannot be named as a beneficiary in a will. However, you can choose a pet caregiver and set aside […]
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Spouses have a legal right to an inheritance, which can take priority over a will. In New York, marriage gives spouses certain rights when their partner dies. If someone tries to disinherit their spouse, that attempt may not be successful. A surviving spouse can take up to half of an estate after payment of the […]
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As many age, they begin to think more about the future and about estate planning. Many people like to plan to have enough money available to age comfortably while still leaving some for descendants. Thinking about all of the necessary arrangements can seem overwhelming. Estate planning attorneys can make the process easier. Estate planning involves […]
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Some believe that when it came to leaving children money, you should leave them enough to do something, but not enough to do nothing. There are parents who worry that their children might not handle an inheritance well. Some decide to disinherit these children entirely as a result, however, there are other options. One way […]
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