Most Americans don't have a will or trust.
For those who actually do have one, it has likely been sitting in a drawer, not updated as life circumstances have changed.
Friday, October 16, 2015
Monday, October 5, 2015
6 Estate Planning Steps Even Broke People Need to Take
More Than a Will
No one really wants
to sit around thinking about what will happen if they get seriously sick
or so incapacitated they can’t make sound financial decisions — let
alone contemplate the actual D word. But that doesn’t mean you can
forget about estate planning altogether. It won’t just go away if you
ignore it, and you could be leaving yourself vulnerable in the future.
Friday, September 18, 2015
Ten Rules For Asset Protection Planning
Start early, keep it simple, and don’t try to hide stuff from your creditors.
There’s a gambling saying that goes something like, “If you want to
be a winner, you have to walk away from the table a winner.” One
time-honored method of reaching this result is to systematically take
your chips off the table as you win them, so that your potential for
losses stays small.
Monday, August 24, 2015
How To Choose The Right Trustee For Your Estate
No one enjoys thinking about their own mortality, but we all want our
families to be well-cared for after we’re gone. Many people set up
trusts to help provide for loved ones and favorite causes after they
pass away. A trust can help manage the wealth you wish to transfer and
ensures the efficient distribution of assets—such as property or a sum
of money—over a set period of time.
Read more @ Forbes
Monday, August 17, 2015
Review your estate plan against this 14-point checklist
Many Americans have estate plans in place — but unfortunately, many
are incomplete and the most important subjects aren’t even addressed.
Read more @ MarketWatch
I
compiled a 14-point checklist to help create a sound estate plan, but
first, if you don’t have an attorney who specializes in elder law, I
strongly recommend that you get one. Start by visiting The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys website and click on the red “Find an Attorney” button. To search for a local attorney, try the American Bar Association Lawyer Referral Directory.
Read more @ MarketWatch
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