What effect does moving to a different state have on a will?
What effect does moving to a different state have on a will?...
Estate Planning
Secured with SHA-256 Encryption
How can I stop a family member from taking advantage of, and keeping me from seeing, our elderly relative?
You have a few options in this situation. If you suspect that your mother or father is being abused, physically or emotionally, you can call your state's protective authorities, who can investigate th...
If I die, I do not want my spouse to remarry until our children are grown. Is there anything I can do?
Spouses cannot control the actions of the surviving spouse from the grave. In fact, most states will even strike down instructions placed in prenuptial agreements that give such instructions, given th...
What is a bare trust?
A bare trust is generally known as a trust in which the person receiving property, the beneficiary, is entitled to the income and the capital of the trust. The income is the amount that the property e...
No-Contest Clause: Why Have One?
In an effort to ensure their wishes are met and avoid disputes among family members a person may include what is called a no contest clause in a will or living trust document. The no contest clause is...
Deeding a Home to Your Kids
Putting a child's name on the deed in any manner' by transferring the home to the child outright or making the child a co-owner (whether as a'tenant-in-common' or a'joint tenant with right of survivor...
If a person was mentally competent upon making a will and then becomes mentally ill, is the will still good?
The relevant question concerning the validity of wills is whether the person was competent at the time the will was made and executed (signed before witnesses). If the person was competent at that tim...
What is a QTIP trust?
A qualified terminable interest property trust (Q-Tip Trust) is a marital trust for which a federal estate tax election can be made so as to qualify the trust property for the marital deduction. A Q-T...
How can I find a deceased person’s annuity or life insurance policy?
Locating annuity and life insurance accounts after someone's death can be a difficult task. Fortunately, there are a number of techniques that can be used to find missing policies. First, it is import...
How do I change a living trust?
A living trust is a trust established during the life of a person. All assets are deposited into the trust and removed from the possession of the original owner. This allows the owner to avoid probate...
Would a trust be better than a will?
The question of whether a trust be better than a will has no simple answer since so many factors must be considered in estate planning. Your decision is personal and individual, and must suit your par...
What is a standby trust?
A standby trust is created during your lifetime, and at the time of your death, the property in the standby trust is transferred according to the directions in your will. One of the reasons it is call...
What is a representation agreement (or power of attorney) and how do I make one?
A representation agreement is really another word for establishing power of attorney....
Simple Will
A simple Will provides for the outright distribution of assets for an uncomplicated estate and can be done on an easy form from a stationery store, a book, or from a reputable legal document website....
What is a disability trust?
Disability trusts, or qualified disability trusts, are created for the purpose of caring for a disabled person in the event of their caretaker's death. Qualified disability trusts offer added benefits...
How to Create a Special Needs Trust: What to Include
A Special Needs Trust (SNT) is a unique document individually prepared for the benefit of a disabled beneficiary under the age of 65. This article explains the types of information required in this tr...
Power of Attorney (POA): When Temptation Turns to Power of Attorney Abuse
When power of attorney abuse begins, it can become a vicious cycle that will continue to worsen until help is sought. Here some things you can do to prevent power of attorney abuse, and some resources...
Planning for Your Disabled Child in Your Will
While routine estate planning can be daunting, planning for the care of your disabled child after you die can be a nightmare, and leaving an inheritance to a disabled child can create more problems th...
Settling Smaller Estates: A Simpler Procedure
The only time the probate process may be quick, is when the gross value of the estate is relatively small. This shorter probate process is called by different names in different states; every state's ...
Family Business & Your Estate
Many estate-planning tools can be used to transfer your business, but selecting the right one will depend, in part, on whether you plan to retire and let someone else run it for you, sell it, give it ...
Get the Help You Need Today
Get free insurance quotes or connect with legal experts in minutes
Secured with SHA-256 Encryption
