Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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Ease of Wealth Transfer Depends on Country
Transfers can sometimes be a challenge. Some nations around the world can be difficult in carrying out intergenerational ... Estate Planning

Date: 02/08/2018 Category: Estate Planning
Some Nations Make Inheritance the Right of Heirs
U.S. allows transfer of assets anywhere you'd like. However, that is not always the case around the globe. There are few ... Estate Law

Date: 02/07/2018 Category: Estate Planning
Funeral Home May Have Been Selling Body Parts
FBI launches investigation, but it remains unclear whether funeral home violated any law. The owner of a funeral home in ... Elder Issues

Date: 02/06/2018 Category: General
Divorced? You Need to Revisit Estate Plan
A divorce will most likely change everything. Therefore, decisions need to be made. The Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog ... Estate Planning

Date: 02/05/2018 Category: Estate Planning
Funeral Problems Worse in Russia
Regulations aren't always followed in U.S. or Russia in handling remains and fair pricing practices in the funeral ... Elder Issues

Date: 02/01/2018 Category: General
Estate Planning Begins with Good Questions
Your choice of attorney and your own clear thinking is a good beginning. Asking yourself the right questions before you get ... Estate Planning

Date: 01/31/2018 Category: Estate Planning
Ben Franklin Got It Right in Estate Planning
Some careful planning by Franklin created an estate plan that should be studied. Ben Franklin is credited for creating many, ... Estate Planning

Date: 01/30/2018 Category: Estate Planning
Divorce Means Taking a Fresh Look at Estate Plan
If your estate plan is not up to date and done well, it is possible that your assets will end up under the control of your ... Estate Planning

Date: 01/29/2018 Category: Estate Planning
Value and Family Conflicts Raise Chances of Contested Will
People often hire estate planning attorneys to prevent family fighting, but the outcome isn't certain. Only one in 10 wills ... uncategorized

Date: 01/26/2018 Category: Estate Planning
What If the Estate Tax Reverts to its Previous Level?
The tax law finally passed. However, many questions remain up in the air. The estate tax exemption was doubled under the new ... Estate Tax

Date: 01/24/2018 Category: Estate Planning
Charitable Remainder Trust Needs to Be Handled Carefully
Charitable remainder trusts offer tax benefits but require careful management. Learn the risks and IRS requirements to avoid penalties in estate planning.

Date: 01/23/2018 Category: Trust & Estate Administration
The Most Inexpensive States for Funeral Services
The average cost of funeral services is much cheaper in some states than others. The reason for that is a simple matter of ... Elder Issues

Date: 01/22/2018 Category: Estate Planning

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