Legal Articles, Estate Planning

What is Probate

What is Probate and what does the process involve?

Buyer Beware, Do-it-Yourself Estate Planning is Generally Not a Good Idea

Why do-it-yourself estate planning might not be such a great idea. Fill-in-the-blank and Online estate planning can result in a lot of big problems for your family.

Common Estate Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Don't make these common mistakes when attempting to establish you estate plan

How can You Find a Trusted Estate Attorney

What kind of things should you consider when trying to hire and estate attorney.

Has the Fiscal Cliff Been Averted?

Understanding the fiscal cliff and how same could impact your estate plan when it comes to potential federal estate taxes.

Not all Types of Joint Ownership are the Same, Make Sure You Understand the Difference.

How to understand the difference between certain types of joint ownership and how they may effect your estate plan.

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