Estate Planning in the MCU: Who Is Vision’s Legal Next of Kin? (Spoilers for Episode 8)
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Through our series of articles about WandaVision, we’ve looked at the difference between a living will and a will and the importance of keeping an inventory of assets. In Episode 8, Agatha forces Wanda to process her traumatic memories. In one of these flashback scenes, we learn what really happened when Wanda went to […]
Estate Planning Could Have Helped in WandaVision (Minor Spoilers for WandaVision Episode 5)
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In episode 5 of WandaVision, we learn that Vision’s body fell into the custody of the government agency S.W.O.R.D. after his death—against his expressed wishes that his body never be weaponized (explored in last week’s article here). Of course, we can only speculate about the laws that exist in the fictional MCU. Still, based […]
A Living Will Is NOT A Will! (Minor Spoilers for WandaVision Episode 5)
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A will, an advance healthcare directive, and a power of attorney are the foundational elements of the most basic estate plans. Out of the three, people would consider themselves generally most familiar with the idea of a will; however, an incorrect understanding of what the term truly means often leaves room for misunderstanding. One […]
A Living Will Is NOT A Will! (Minor Spoilers for WandaVision Episode 5)
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A will, an advance healthcare directive, and a power of attorney are the foundational elements of the most basic estate plans. Out of the three, people would consider themselves generally most familiar with the idea of a will; however, an incorrect understanding of what the term truly means often leaves room for misunderstanding. One […]
4 Things Trusts Can Do That Wills Can’t
Both wills and trusts are estate planning documents used to pass on wealth and property to loved ones upon death. However, trusts come with some distinct advantages over wills that you should consider when creating your plan. That said, when comparing the two planning tools, you won’t necessarily be choosing between one or the other—most […]
Pet Trusts Offer Protection For Your Beloved Companions
If you’re an animal lover and have a pet of your own, you likely consider your pet to be a member of the family. And since your pets can provide protection, emotional support, and unconditional love, such consideration is often well deserved. In stark contrast, the law considers your pet nothing more than personal property. […]
4 Reasons Why You Can’t Afford to Go Without An Estate Plan
When it comes to putting off or refusing to create an estate plan, your mind can concoct all sorts of rationalizations: “I won’t care because I’ll be dead,” “I’m too young,” “That won’t happen to me,” or “My family will know what to do.” But these thoughts all come from a mix of pride, denial, […]
Use Estate Planning to Enrich Your Family With More Than Just Material Wealth
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In the weeks before her death from ovarian cancer, author Amy Krouse Rosenthal gave her husband Jason one of the most treasured gifts a person could receive. She penned the touching essay “You May Want to Marry My Husband” in the New York Times as a final love letter to him. The essay took […]
When Something is NOT Better Than Nothing—Part 2
Last week, we shared the first part of this series discussing the hidden dangers of do-it-yourself estate planning. In part two, we cover one of the greatest risks posed by DIY documents. You might think you can save time and money by using do-it-yourself estate planning documents you find online. You’re probably anxious to check […]