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  Although adding adult children to a bank account may seem like an easy hack for estate planning, attorneys point out that joint bank accounts can result in complications and unforeseen results. Here’s advice–and some…
Read Moreabout Why Not Just Have A Joint Bank Account

  Upon the death of the testator (person who made the will), the designated executor must diligently adhere to the public process of probate. Meanwhile, beneficiaries tend to wonder: what’s the delay with asset distribution?…
Read Moreabout Executing A Will: What Takes So Long?

  For so many reasons, it’s important for every adult to have plans that address our care needs in the event of an emergency, as well as arrangements for our assets. Parents of minor children…
Read Moreabout Don’t Leave a Jigsaw Puzzle Behind: Estate Plan!

  When it comes to making arrangements to gift assets to relations, attorneys underscore the importance of clearly communicating intentions. This is true even if relationships have been strained and communicating requires courage: bad feelings…
Read Moreabout Better Than Litigation? Communication!

  Since passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021, contractors have awaited clarification on what exactly Build America, By America encompasses. After an extensive public comment period, final guidance has been issued….
Read Moreabout BABA? The Rules!

  A record-breaking $19.4 billion has been allocated for construction projects to improve New York City’s public schools. The money will fuel new construction as well as upgrades. Additionally, some of the funding will be…
Read Moreabout Big News for Kids and Builders: NYC

  As confidence in the possibility of a real retirement falls, and the number of us living longer lives rises, there’s a real possibility that more of us will need public help in our later…
Read Moreabout Too Much and Too Little? Medicaid Trusts

  Conservators can be appointed to make financial decisions and safeguard assets for adults experiencing capacity declines, including changes related to aging and dementia. Professional conservators are a possibility and can be a huge relief…
Read Moreabout Conservatorship vs Overprotection?

  Despite building projects that moved 560 bridges out of the “in poor condition” category over the past year, states are having a hard time keeping up with bridges in need of attention–and leveraging the…
Read Moreabout Miles To Go Bridges