Are you currently caring for a child or another loved one who has special needs? Do you worry about what will happen to this person once you pass on? If you have these types of concerns, it's important to learn more about the benefits of a special needs trust. This...
Year: 2017
What is an irrevocable trust?
When creating an estate plan, it's imperative to understand the finer details of each strategy. Although you may not use every tactic available to you, it's a good idea to consider each and every one. An irrevocable trust is something that is often overlooked. There...
Questions to ask when choosing a guardian for your child
Do you have a child under the age of 18? Are you concerned about what would happen to this person if you and your spouse were to pass on? If you find yourself thinking about this, it's imperative to name a guardian in the near future. This is a big part of your estate...
Power of attorney planning
When it comes to estate planning, there is never a good time to hesitate. Instead, every detail, no matter how big or small, should be taken care of without delay. There are many strategies to consider, with many people focusing strongly on the use of a power of...
Details of a durable financial power of attorney
Are you in the process of creating an estate plan for the first time? Are you updating your estate plan to better suit your needs? If you find yourself in either position, it's important to learn more about a durable financial power of attorney. With this, you give...
Is a revocable living trust better than a will?
As you go through the process of creating an estate plan, it's imperative to consider each and every strategy that is available to you. This is the only way to ensure that you are 100 percent comfortable with your situation. Many people have come to find that a...
What are the benefits of a health care power of attorney?
Many people create a will or trust to ensure that their assets end up with the right people upon their death. But have you ever considered the fact that there is more to estate planning than what happens once you are gone? For example, a health care power of attorney...
Choosing a trustee means focusing on these overlooked details
Creating a trust may be the best decision you ever make from an estate planning perspective. However, before the process can be completed, you need to choose a trustee. This is the person responsible for carrying out the details of the trust upon your death. Many...
Have you considered every type of trust for your estate plan?
There are many benefits to establishing a trust. As you go through the process of creating an estate plan, it's imperative to learn more about each type of trust. This includes those that are often overlooked. There are many reasons to use a trust, including the...