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If you have taken the important step to establish at least a basic estate plan, you are ahead of the majority of people. However, your job isn’t done after putting a plan into place. Estate plans need to be reviewed and most likely revised from tim… Read More

Choosing an executor or trustee to settle your estate or administer your trust is one of the most important decisions to consider when establishing an estate plan. The executor is responsible for paying your final expenses and debts, and carrying out… Read More

As an attorney that handles many real estate closings each year, a question I often get asked by purchasers is “Do I need title insurance?” My answer is almost always “yes, you should get title insurance”. Purchasing a home is often one of th… Read More

If your goal is to avoid probate, don’t miss the second step in trust-setup – funding. After you have implemented a well-thought-out estate plan, it is a good idea to review things with an estate planning attorney from time to time. Just so you c… Read More

A health care power of attorney is a legal document that authorizes another person (your agent) to make health care decisions for you whenever you are unable to make informed health care decisions for yourself. It also allows your agent to obtain you… Read More

One of the most common question I get asked by estate planning clients is “Do I need a Trust?” The answer I usually give to that question is “It depends.” In many cases establishing a trust is the best way to accomplish your estate planning g… Read More