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Wills & Trusts (and other handy Estate Planning documents)

There are no good excuses for not having Estate Planning documents in place.

Estate Planning For Owning Real Estate In More Than One State

Owning Real Estate in multiple states is a dream for many, but a reality that many have already achieved. This means you could have a residence in one state and a vacation home in another state.

You Do Not Have To Leave A Dollar To Disinherit Someone In An Estate Plan

There is a popular misconception that is part wives tale part urban legend that the best way to disinherit someone, particularly a child, is to leave them a dollar in your will.

Why Should You Include Your Children Or Loved Ones When Making An Estate Plan?

here is a veil of confidentiality that allows one to keep their plan guarded and for their secrets to be taken to the grave.

When Should An Estate Plan Be Reviewed

If you already have an estate plan, it should not be considered permanent.

HIPAA Authorization As Part of an Estate Plan

There is now an additional estate planning document that you may need to have for a more complete plan. This additional document is what is known as a HIPAA Authorization and could make a big difference in the quality of care that you receive.

Who You Should Name As An Alternative Personal Representative or Executor In Your Will

A decision that is just as important as naming an executor and is most often overlooked is who will be the back up or alternative in case that person you choose as executor is unable or unwilling to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job.

It Takes Work To Disinherit a Spouse

The goal for some in a marriage is to make sure that the person they marry gets no inheritance from them when they die.

Updating Your Will When Getting Married

Getting married is a time when there is enough to worry about. There are a million things that need to be done for just the wedding. After the wedding is over a new marriage can have a huge impact on your estate plan.

Becoming Incapacitated Without A Healthcare Power Of Attorney

A Healthcare Power of Attorney is meant to be in place to allow you to make healthcare decisions for yourself when you are no longer able to speak for yourself. You are considered to be legally incapacitated when you can no longer speak for yourself.

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