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Discussion Points: Asking a Friend or Family Member to Serve as Trustee
When you ask a friend or family member to consider being your trustee, it speaks volumes about your relationship. You’re asking this…
Estate Planning Starts with a Consultation
To properly plan for a kitchen remodel and quote a realistic amount, a contractor needs to meet with you to discuss the…
In Times of a Pandemic, Do I Need a Do Not Resuscitate Order?
In Times of a Pandemic, Do I Need a Do Not Resuscitate Order? During the pandemic, this has been a hot topic…
Am I Responsible for My Deceased Parent or Spouse’s Bills
You’re not personally responsible to pay the bills of your parent or your spouse, when they pass away. You may, however, if…
Can I Control How My Money is Left to My Children?
Yes, most definitely. This is your money. It’s your property. You can control how the money is going to be left to…
Can I Name Two People to Serve as My POA at the Same Time?
Yes, you can name two people to serve as your agent at the same time, they would be co-agents. It’s just a…
Can a Will Be Revoked Even If it is Not Writing?
Surprisingly, yes. You can revoke a will as long as there’s some overt act that shows the intent to revoke the document….
Can I Transfer my Assets Just Before Going into a Nursing Home to Qualify for Medicaid?
Yes, you can do that. It makes me a little nervous when you say transfer, because you can’t give assets away….
Does a Revocable Living Trust Protect my Property from Creditors?
A revocable trust does not protect your assets from creditors. You are the grantor, you set up the trust. You are the…
Do I Need an Attorney for Estate Planning?
Do you have to have an attorney? No. Do you want to have one? Yes. An attorney’s going to take things and…
