As a parent, one of your top priorities is to make sure your children are taken care of in every way possible. In the unfortunate event of your passing, who will step in to take care of your children? Do you have a plan in place for their guardianship? These are...
Common Mistakes to Avoid in Estate Planning Estate planning is an important part of ensuring that your wishes are carried out after you die. However, many people make mistakes when creating their estate plans. Here are some of the most common mistakes to avoid: Not...
How to Protect Your Assets with a Living Trust A living trust is a legal document that allows you to control how your assets are distributed after you die. Unlike a will, a living trust takes effect while you are still alive. This means that you can continue to manage...
Probate is the legal process of transferring the assets of a deceased person to their beneficiaries. It is a court-supervised process that can be time-consuming and expensive. There are a number of ways to avoid probate, and the best option for you will depend on your...
Estate planning is essential for anyone who wants to ensure that their assets are distributed according to their wishes after they pass away. Two of the most common estate planning tools are wills and trusts. While they both serve a similar purpose, they have...
Creating a will or trust is an essential aspect of estate planning. It’s a process that allows you to specify how your assets will be distributed after your death and ensure that your wishes are respected. Estate planning attorney Connie Aschenbrenner of the Law...