While it can be easy to assume that celebrities would have airtight estate plans, time and time again Hollywood stars have made costly decisions that could have been easily avoided.
Handling legal documents without expert guidance can lead to costly mistakes, overlooked details and unintended consequences.
With more Americans pursuing early testing and care planning, Alzheimer’s disease is no longer viewed only as a crisis, but as a condition to prepare for thoughtfully and strategically.
As the founder of News Corporation, Murdoch built a global empire, which includes influential media outlets, like The Wall Street Journal and Fox News. However, his succession planning—or lack thereof—has been rife with controversy and challenges.
You don’t need a hefty bank balance or massive estate in order to need a will and estate plan.
It can be emotionally taxing to think about what happens after your death and creating a plan that works for you and ensures that your loved ones are protected requires a lot of time and effort.
In addition to the health care directive, other items that are part of estate planning include designating a financial power of attorney and establishing a will or trust.
Grief doesn’t stop at the office door—losing a loved one affects concentration, energy and emotional health, making it hard to perform at work while mourning.
Inheriting a business can provide financial opportunity and family legacy. However, it also comes with significant responsibilities and potential challenges.
Divorce significantly impacts estate planning, requiring updates to wills, trusts and beneficiary designations to ensure that assets are distributed according to new intentions.