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
“What is Probate?” (Audio)
"What is Probate" by Attorney Brooke J. Shemer … [Read more...] about “What is Probate?” (Audio)
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 "What is Probate?" by Attorney Brooke J. Shemer. … [Read more...] about Listen to “Your Estate Matters” tomorrow morning (Tuesday) @ 8:50 a.m. on WNAV Radio
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?
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?
“Who Should Attend an Estate Planning Seminar? (Audio)
"Who Should Attend an Estate Planning Seminar?" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser … [Read more...] about “Who Should Attend an Estate Planning Seminar? (Audio)
Resigister TODAY for Free Estate Planning Seminars scheduled for next week!
The estate planning seminars establishes the necessary components of an effective estate plan. The seminar is presented in a case study format profiling the life of Bill and Mary Jones. Several scenarios are used to relay the impact of estate planning issues relating to probate, disability due to incompetence, protection of government benefits for special needs loved ones, second marriages, … [Read more...] about Resigister TODAY for Free Estate Planning Seminars scheduled for next week!
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 "Who Should Attend an Estate Planning Seminar?" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser … [Read more...] about Listen to “Your Estate Matters” tomorrow morning (Tuesday) @ 8:50 a.m. on WNAV Radio
“New Year Resolution”
As we come to the end of 2013 and begin to make plans for 2014, it is natural to ponder how many of us actually remember their 2013 New Year’s resolution. Perhaps it was to exercise more, eat less, or maybe to meet with an attorney to discuss setting up your estate plan. Hopefully you achieved your goal. If not, here are a couple of suggestions on how to get started with accumulating the … [Read more...] about “New Year Resolution”
