Transfer on Death Isn’t Always a Smart Estate Planning Strategy
A primary benefit of using TOD/POD designations is that assets held in the account will pass automatically to the beneficiary without having to go through probate.
Protecting Inheritances in a Blended Family
As divorce and second marriages become increasingly common, more people find themselves raising children who are not biologically their own. Estate planning for blended families should address this unique situation.
Protecting Digital Assets in Estate Planning
Cryptocurrency has become a new wrinkle in the development of an estate plan.
Should You Give Your Children an Inheritance Now?
Retirees should secure themselves first, and if you’re all set there, then consider a few other things, such as the impact on the children and tax issues.
How Trusts Help with Asset Protection
The idea of asset protection for the purposes of protecting against long-term care costs is becoming both more sought-after and more necessary.
What Makes Americans Worry about Estate Planning?
One-quarter of Americans said inflation has caused them to think about estate planning, the survey said. Two out of three Americans said they don’t have any kind of estate planning documents.
Estate Planning Checklist
Estate plans are made up of many parts, including wills and trusts, as well as any additional documents or information that will help beneficiaries carry out the requests of the benefactor.
Steps for an Effective Pet Protection
Although in the past it may not have been the norm to provide for animals in our estate planning, times have changed.
Do Family Secrets Hurt Estate Planning?
A study by the financial services research firm reveals just how big a problem family secrets can be, as reported in Financial Advisor’s recent article “Family Wealth Transfers Undermined by Secrecy.” Most asset holders plan to share their wishes and intentions with family members before they die. However, the research reveals only about half actually…
Probate: What Is it? How Does it Work?
In certain instances, particularly when there is no Will, the system ensures that all accounts and property are distributed in accordance with state law.
