Rest In Peace?
Our affairs, it seems, have ways of going on without us when we die, frequently creating unintended churning for families and friends. Though most of us don’t have the accumulated wealth of celebrities, a…
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Small Biz: Pause for Estate Planning
Small business owners are busy people—and turning the corner on the pandemic adds to the stress and hustle. Still, don’t forget to pause and put a plan in place for your hard-earned assets. Start…
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Modern Etiquette in Estate Planning
Our lives have become so different from those lived by our grandparents. Estate planning involves new considerations too. Family Composition and Conversation These days many families include a wide web of relations and connections: For…
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Paying The Bills: Administering Your Affairs
Ever felt like your bills have a life of their own? It’s not so far-fetched a thought, since upon death, they keep coming—and need to be paid. Here are some tips for settling affairs….
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Understanding Executor De Son Tort
Literally, these words mean: executor of one’s own wrong. In estate law, the phrase is used when someone who has not been authorized to administer an estate becomes involved in doing so. Executors: The…
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The Value of an Inherited Home in The Airbnb Era
An empty home might be a valuable source of steady, monthly income for family members, friends or other beneficiaries. Are they allowed to rent it out upon the death of a loved one? Follow The…
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Understanding the Essential Duties of a Trustee
Just as the word implies, a trustee is a person entrusted with assets intended for the benefit of others. Specifically, as Investopedia explains: A trust is a fiduciary relationship in which one party, known as a trustor,…
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Confused? Learn the Difference Between Heirs and Beneficiaries
In conversation, the words “heir” and “beneficiary” are commonly used synonymously. Legally, they are not! Read on to understand the difference. If There’s A Will, There’s A… Plan for beneficiaries! In other words, in a…
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Guardians and Vaccine Decisions
How should court-appointed guardians handle decisions about the COVID-19 vaccine with their wards? Experts advise: apply the substituted judgment standard. Focus On The Ward’s Wishes and Values Carefully and respectfully making important decisions on behalf…
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