Month: August 2021
What Is a Separate Revocable Living Trust?
When a couple engages in foundational estate planning, one of the first questions addressed by estate planning attorneys is whether it makes…
Basis: What You Need to Know
“Basis” is a term used frequently in tax law. But for many, the term is unfamiliar and intimidating—perhaps something they feel is…
What Happens to Your Digital Movies When You Die? (Hint: Read the Fine Print in the User Agreement)
In today’s digital age, many people have a library of digital assets that may include items such as books, music, and movies….
Trust and Estate Administration: Whom Should You Bring to the Meetings?
A loved one’s passing is felt by their entire surviving family. But when it comes to carrying out the decedent’s final wishes,…
How Can Remarriage Affect Your Estate Planning?
Divorce is more common now than it was in the past, as is remarriage. Depending on how long a prior marriage lasted,…
When You May Not Be Able to Use a Financial Power of Attorney
Besides directing what happens to your finances when you pass away, a comprehensive estate plan also addresses the possibility that you could…
