Estate Planning 101: Wills vs. Trusts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Wills and trusts are two of the most commonly used estate planning documents, and they form the foundation of most estate plans. While both documents are legal vehicles designed to distribute your assets to your loved ones upon your death, the way in which they work is quite different. From when they take effect […]
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 […]
When Something is NOT Better Than Nothing—Part 1
Go online, and you’ll find tons of websites offering do-it-yourself estate planning documents. Such forms are typically quite inexpensive. Simple wills, for example, are often priced under $50, and you can complete and print them out in a matter of minutes. It’s no surprise that this kind of thing might seem like a good deal […]
Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Dies Without A Will—Part 2
On October 15th, nearly two months after the death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman, his wife, Taylor Simone Ledward, filed documents with the Los Angeles probate court seeking to be named administrator of his estate. Earlier this year, Boseman and Ledward were married, and the marriage gives Ledward the right to any assets held […]
Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Dies Without A Will – Part 1
On October 15th, nearly two months after the death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman, his wife, Taylor Simone Ledward, filed documents with the Los Angeles probate court seeking to be named administrator of his estate. Earlier this year, Boseman and Ledward were married, and the marriage gives Ledward the right to any assets held […]