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“What to Expect When You Receive an Inheritance” (Audio) YOUR ESTATE MATTERS

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  "What to Expect When You're Inheriting" by Attorney Nicole Livingston The information contained in this post was provided by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. … [Read more...] about “What to Expect When You Receive an Inheritance” (Audio) YOUR ESTATE MATTERS

“A Word about Guardianship”

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  A Guardianship is a court proceeding to determine whether a person is capable of making legal and medical decisions.  Once the court determines that a person is not able to make their own decisions, the person is considered incapacitated and a Guardian is appointed. There are two types of Guardianships; Guardian of the Person and Guardian of the Property.  The Guardian of the Person oversees the … [Read more...] about “A Word about Guardianship”

The Importance of the Power of Attorney

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  If you ask any adult these days, many are familiar with the concept of “Power of Attorney”.  Although they may be familiar with that concept, it is helpful to be reminded how they work and what types are available. A Power of Attorney can easily be characterized as a written authorization that you sign to allow someone else to act on your behalf to manage your private affairs.  The two main … [Read more...] about The Importance of the Power of Attorney

Plan for Incapacity and Avoid the Need for Guardianship

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  Although we are only a few weeks into the New Year, many of us have already forgotten about our resolutions, or are putting off what we intended to accomplish at the start of the year.  If completing your estate plan in 2014 was one of your resolutions, then you’re ahead of the game.  Many of us procrastinate because it is difficult to contemplate our own incapacity and mortality.  It is also … [Read more...] about Plan for Incapacity and Avoid the Need for Guardianship

“Plan For Incapacity And Avoid The Need For Guardianship” (Audio – YOUR ESTATE MATTERS)

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  "Plan For Incapacity And Avoid The Need For Guardianship" by Attorney Brooke J. Shemer … [Read more...] about “Plan For Incapacity And Avoid The Need For Guardianship” (Audio – YOUR ESTATE MATTERS)

Planning Your Estate With Privacy in Mind

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  If you are concerned about keeping the details of your estate plan private, a Trust is a better alternative than a Will.  Would you be surprised to find out that after you pass away, your Will is filed with your local probate court, and your probate file is open to the public? Anyone who is curious can walk into the courthouse, ask to see your file, and peruse the pages of your Will. In … [Read more...] about Planning Your Estate With Privacy in Mind

“Planning Your Estate With Privacy in Mind” (Audio)

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  "Planning Your Estate With Privacy in Mind" by Attorney Nicole Livingston   … [Read more...] about “Planning Your Estate With Privacy in Mind” (Audio)

“What To Expect When You Are Inheriting”

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  Who hasn’t daydreamed about what they’d do with an inheritance? We imagine a sudden windfall from a long-lost relative and think about the new car we’d buy, the long vacation we’d take, or the beautiful new home we’d move into. In reality, inheriting money can be a little more complicated, and it can give rise to unanticipated questions and concerns. Here are answers to four common concerns … [Read more...] about “What To Expect When You Are Inheriting”