Estate Planning
How Do You Stop Family Fights over Inheritance?
A highly successful estate-management strategy for avoiding inheritance disputes is to make a meticulously detailed and legally sound will.
February 15, 2024
Estate Planning
What are the Rules for Inheriting an IRA?
Know what to expect if you inherit an IRA and how to establish a plan for taking distributions.
February 13, 2024
Estate Planning
Top 5 Estate Planning Nightmares You Can Avoid with a Will
In the realm of estate planning, a common adage rings true: “Failing to plan is planning to fail.” As an experienced estate planning attorney, I’ve witnessed firsthand the turmoil and heartache that can ensue when individuals neglect the crucial step of…
February 12, 2024
Estate Planning
What Questions Should You Ask an Estate Planning Attorney?
Estate planning is not as simple as executing a will.
February 9, 2024
Asset Protection
How to Liquidate Assets after a Loved One’s Death
The loss of a loved one is a difficult time, often compounded by the necessity of addressing estate settlement and the liquidation of assets. In this guide, we’ll explore the key steps involved in liquidating assets after death, focusing on estate settlement processes and related legal considerations. Understanding the Role of…
February 6, 2024
Estate Planning
Different Types of Wills: Understanding the Right One for You
Navigating the world of estate planning can be complex and overwhelming, particularly when it comes to understanding the different types of wills available. Each type of will serves a unique purpose and caters to different estate planning needs…
February 2, 2024
Estate Planning
Can You Completely Avoid Probate?
Many people want to learn how to avoid probate so their heirs don’t have to cope with these legal proceedings during a stressful time of grief after a death.
February 1, 2024
Asset Protection
Beneficiary Designations Need to Be Updated
A recent New Jersey Appellate Division decision should remind you to keep track of the designations of all non-probate assets to ensure that they pass in accordance with your testamentary intentions.
January 30, 2024
Estate Planning
Can I Prevent Children from Fighting over my Estate?
Parents typically do not want their surviving children to fight over their inheritances after the parents die. Careful planning may reduce the risk of foreseeable in-family conflicts.
January 24, 2024
Asset Protection
Navigating the Financial Journey to a 100-Year Life
In an era where living to 100 is becoming increasingly likely, financial planning for retirement takes on a new level of complexity. The Yahoo Finance article, “Retirement Planning: Here’s How Much You’ll Need To Save If You Live to 100”, offers a comprehensive look at this challenge, highlighting the need for a radical shift in our approach to life and financial planning. Understanding the Longevity Revolution The “longevity revolution” concept discussed by Laura L. Carstensen, director of the Center for Longevity, suggests a significant societal shift. This revolution impacts various aspects of life, including health care, personal finance and retirement…
January 22, 2024