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Will vs. Estate Planning: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
It’s a common misconception that a will and an estate plan are the same thing. After all, everyday language is less precise than legal terminology, and many...
Common Estate Planning Questions (Part II)
Common Estate Planning Questions Death, taxes … and probate? Not necessarily. You can avoid probate by planning ahead to create non-probate assets....
AVOIDING INTESTACY: KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
AVOIDING INTESTACY: KNOWLEDGE IS POWER What is Intestacy? The word originates in the Latin “in testatus,” meaning no witness. It means you die without...
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY SPOUSE AND I DIE AT THE SAME TIME?
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY SPOUSE AND I DIE AT THE SAME TIME? The Parade of Horribles There’s an overarching principle taught to law school students. It’s...
I’M SINGLE & CHILDLESS. DO I STILL NEED A WILL?
I’M SINGLE & CHILDLESS. DO I STILL NEED A WILL? What happens if I don’t have a will? If you haven’t set forth your final wishes in a legally...
Using an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust
Using an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust What is an IDGT? An intentionally defective grantor trust (IDGT) is a tool used by...
ESTATE ADMINISTRATION: FISCAL OR CALENDAR YEAR?
ESTATE ADMINISTRATION: FISCAL OR CALENDAR YEAR? As the executor of an estate, one of the major choices you’ll make is whether to choose the calendar...
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