When people in the Greensboro, North Carolina area reach retirement age and think about moving, they should also take time to think of estate planning as well. Even though moving to a new state won't necessarily mean that you'll have to change or revise any of your estate planning tools, it's always a prudent choice to speak to an estate planning lawyer anyway. Here is why people … read more
Estate Planning
Basic Estate Planning Questions – What is a Revocable Living Trust?
In today's entry in our ongoing series on basic estate planning questions, we are going to ask what is a revocable living trust. A common part of many estate plans, revocable living trusts have become increasingly popular in recent years because of a shifting of estate planning away from estate tax mitigation, and towards probate mitigation. To help explain what a revocable living trust … read more
Basic Estate Planning Questions – What is a Fiduciary?
The question of “what is a fiduciary” is a common one amongst people who are just beginning the estate planning process. In today's blog entry in our ongoing series on basic estate planning questions, we are going to take a look at fiduciaries, what they do, and why they are important. Understanding what a fiduciary does will help you feel a lot more comfortable about the people or … read more
Basic Estate Planning Questions – What Does a Basic Estate Plan Look Like?
In today's blog post in our ongoing series on basic estate planning questions, we are going to take a brief step back and look at the broader question of what a basic estate plan looks like. If you've been reading along in this series you know that there is no single estate plan that will fit everyone's needs. All plants need to be individually tailored to the person making it. … read more
Popular North Carolina Elder Law Myths
\There are a lot of popular North Carolina elder law myths that far too many people believe. When clients come to us seeking advice about an elder law issue, we are often forced to dispel many of their mistaken beliefs because. Many people believe these myths because they have never received legal advice from an experienced elder law attorney before. When you hear people in the general … read more
3 Fun Facts About Estate Planning
Fun Facts About Estate Planning 1. Estate planning started a long, long time ago. Questions of what happens to our possession after we die lie at the heart of every estate plan. It shouldn't be too much of a surprise, therefore, to learn that the culture responsible for building some of the largest monuments ever constructed as a way to bring property into the afterlife was also the … read more
Why Single People Need an Estate Plan Too
Most young, single people in the Greensboro, North Carolina area probably don't give much thought to estate planning. Nevertheless, it's vital for every adult to have an estate plan whether you are married, in a relationship, or anything else. The reality of estate planning is that only by crafting an individualized plan can you protect some of the most important issues in your life. … read more
Vacations and Powers of Attorney for Childcare
If you and your family are preparing for a summer vacation, you might want to take the time to research powers of attorney for childcare, and why they might be something you want to create before you leave. Regardless of where you live in North Carolina, taking the proper precautions before you go on summer vacation is essential. You would never go to the airport without making sure … read more
Free Report: North Carolina Estate Planning: The Legal Issues
A closer look at some of the specific types of decisions and issues you will have to face when you make an estate plan. What's important to remember about estate planning is that all of the important choices are up to you. Topics cover in this report include: Inheritance Planning Incapacity Planning Probate Trusts Start Planning As Soon as You Can … read more
Free Report: North Carolina Estate Planning: Basic Understanding
Knowing not only why estate planning is important, but why it's important for you to begin planning as soon as possible, will help you as you and your attorney go about the estate planning process. Topics covered in this report include: Estates and Estate Plans Estate Planning Issues Choices Capacity Estate Planning Requires Guidance and Advice … read more
