As most people get older, the thought of planning for the future and creating an estate plan may cross their minds. However, there is no rule that you have to be at least a certain age to begin estate planning. In fact, making an estate plan sooner rather than later...
Erika Copenhaver
How to Choose an Executor of Your Will
One of the most important aspects of estate planning is drafting your will—and choosing the executor of your will. The executor holds an essential role in ensuring that your assets are correctly distributed upon your passing. The person you select for this role will...
Five Things You Must Have in Your Estate Plan
Getting started with the process of estate planning may seem like a daunting task. However, it is always better to begin planning for your future sooner rather than later. As you begin thinking about the future and how you want to manage your assets and estate, there...
Five Signs It’s Time to Consider Power of Attorney for a Loved One
Discussing end-of-life care and decision-making in the event a loved one becomes unable to make important health-related and financial decisions on their own can be difficult. However, the best time to draft a legally binding power of attorney is before it is actually...
Handling Rare Coins and Special Assets in Trust or Estate Administration
Trust or estate administration may involve many different special assets beyond just the distribution of real estate and financial accounts. These special assets, including rare coins, should be handled carefully throughout the trust or estate administration process....
Handling Firearms and Special Assets in Trust or Estate Administration
Some additional considerations need to be addressed when a trust or estate contains firearms or other similar special assets. There are certain laws to follow regarding how firearms and weapons are handled during trust or estate administration. If you are an...
Handling Digital Assets and Special Assets in Trust or Estate Administration
When you are estate planning, it is essential to make plans for digital and other special assets. These days, almost everyone owns some form of a digital asset. It is crucial to understand the terms of use for your digital assets regarding access and control of the...
Checklist for Trustee When Preparing to Meet with Attorney for Initial Trust Administration Consultation
If you have recently been named the trustee of a loved one’s trust, there are some essential responsibilities that you will have in order to fulfill your duties as the trustee. It can be helpful to know what to expect about the trust administration process before...
What You Should Know About Family Trusts
Trusts can be a useful tool for comprehensive estate planning. Typically, if you opt to use just a will for your estate planning, the will must pass through probate before distributions can be made to beneficiaries. Probate involves court proceedings and can be...
Why You Need an Estate Planning Attorney
Hiring an estate planning attorney is an excellent way to get the peace of mind of knowing that your future finances are taken care of. It can be stressful going through life, not having a plan for the future. An estate planning attorney is there to help you prepare...
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