“You may delay, but time will not,” Benjamin Franklin. Everyone knows that they need an estate plan, but few of us do anything about it. In fact, according to a 2007 study, more than 55% of Americans don’t even have a simple Will. And yet, the clock is ticking for all of us. So why don’t more of us actually put together an estate plan? For some, it’s a morbid fear that by thinking about death, … [Read more...] about 10 Essential Estate Planning Facts
“Ten Essential Estate Planning Facts” – Audio
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Listen to “Your Estate Matters” tomorrow morning (Tuesday) @ 8:50 a.m. on WNAV Radio
Make sure to tune in to WNAV Radio on 1430 AM or 99.9 FM on Tuesday mornings at 8:50 a.m. for YOUR ESTATE MATTERS! The attorneys of Sinclair Prosser Gasior relate cutting edge estate planning information to keep you up to date. The topic tomorrow is "Helping Your Parents Through the Twilight Years" by Attorney Nicole Livingston. … [Read more...] about Listen to “Your Estate Matters” tomorrow morning (Tuesday) @ 8:50 a.m. on WNAV Radio
Trustee, Executor, Power of Attorney: Who You Choose Can Make a Difference
When you create an estate plan, you choose people to make decisions for you, such as agents, guardians, executors, or trustees. Often, people do not give much thought to those decisions, just naming their oldest child or whoever pops into their mind. The choices for these roles are perhaps the most important decisions to make. Good choices can help to ensure your wishes are carried out while bad … [Read more...] about Trustee, Executor, Power of Attorney: Who You Choose Can Make a Difference
“What is Probate?” by Attorney Brooke Shemer
Many people ask what is involved when there is a probate estate. Probate is the process of gathering and distributing a person's assets after death. If the individual died with a will, the will must be filed with the Register of Wills. Property owned by the decedent must be inventoried and appraised. Only assets owned solely in the decedent's name, as well as property owned jointly as tenants … [Read more...] about “What is Probate?” by Attorney Brooke Shemer
“A Definition of Five Special Needs Trusts” (Audio) YOUR ESTATE MATTERS
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Why Should I Have My Estate Plan Reviewed Every Five Years?
Many of the clients I meet with already have a will, trust, and power of attorney. Some have had their plans in place since the 90's or earlier, while others set up their plan only five or ten years ago. Clients often come back to review their estate planning documents, and are encouraged to do so. I like to review an estate plan every five years. Often times, family circumstances have … [Read more...] about Why Should I Have My Estate Plan Reviewed Every Five Years?
Planning Your Estate With Privacy in Mind
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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Who Should Attend an Estate Planning Seminar?
Many of you know the name Sinclair Prosser Gasior and have seen our orange flyer through your mailbox or newspaper announcing our free estate planning seminars. Maybe you have read our articles in a magazine, heard us on the radio, or follow us on Facebook. We love referrals and possibly a family member or neighbor has recommended our law firm to you after completing their own estate … [Read more...] about Who Should Attend an Estate Planning Seminar?
