Incorporate Cryptocurrency into your Estate Plan
In today’s digital era, the departed will be survived by their electronic footprints, such as iPhone photo albums, Spotify playlists—and cryptocurrency wallets.
March 15, 2022
Do You Need an Attorney for Probate?
A competent elder law or estate attorney can discuss and use, where appropriate, such provisions as the family exemption, benefits to prepaying inheritance tax, even where the tax return is not yet complete and a listing of itemized deductions.
March 10, 2022
Debt doesn’t Disappear when Someone Dies
Adult children typically don’t have to pay their parents’ bills. However, there are exceptions. Even when a child doesn’t have to pay directly, debt could reduce what they inherit.
March 4, 2022
A Trust provides more flexibility than a Will
Trusts are often associated with the rich, but the uber-wealthy are not the only people who can benefit from using trusts. There is no minimum asset level or net worth required to set up a trust, and you can put any amount of money into a trust.
March 2, 2022
Options to give Assets to Minor Grandchildren
You have many options to make sure your wishes are followed after you die.
February 28, 2022
When Does Someone Need a Guardian?
Seeking a guardianship for a loved one is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Here’s how the process works.
February 23, 2022
Storing Passwords in Case of Death
Deborah Placet had no idea how to access her husband’s cryptocurrency and other digital accounts after his unexpected death at age 52.
February 11, 2022
The Estate of The Union Episode 13: Collision Course – Family Law & Estate Planning
The Estate of The Union Episode 13: Collision Course – Family Law & Estate Planning is out now! There is a dangerous intersection at the
January 25, 2022
What a Will Can and Cannot Do
A will allows you to distribute your worldly goods, select a guardian for minor children and name an executor to carry out your wishes.
January 20, 2022
Avoid Password Problems in Estate Planning
Creating a list of digital accounts and instructions on how to gain access to them is now akin to having a traditional will or a trust in estate planning.
January 11, 2022