Brette Sember, J.D.
Brette is a former attorney and has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years. She is the author of more than 40 books, many of them about legal topics. Brette has written, edited, and consulted for a large number of legal outlets, legal websites, legal practice management software companies, online legal service companies, and law firms. She is a national expert on divorce and family law. View her work on her website.
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How the Corporate Transparency Act Affects LLCs, LLPs, and Inc.
Certain small businesses must report ownership information to the Federal Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
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Is LegalZoom a Good Way to Create a Living Trust?
LegalZoom has helped more than 100,000 people protect their families with a living trust. Having one helps communicate your wishes so your loved ones aren't left guessing or dealing with the courts.
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Can a LegalZoom Will Work for Me?
Creating your will through LegalZoom provides you with a state-specific, personalized document that ensures your wishes are carried out. Writing a will is simple and inexpensive with LegalZoom's options.
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4 Essential Estate Planning Documents
Estate planning is about more than writing a will
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Why Millennials Need an Estate Plan
No matter how young you are, there are plenty of good reasons to make a will and more.
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When to Make a Living Trust
Living trusts provide many benefits and are an attractive estate planning option. Trusts are not the right solution for everyone though. Find out if you should consider creating a living trust.
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Reasons to Avoid Probate
Probate is a court procedure every will must go through. If it’s so common, why is it something people work so hard to avoid? Find out why you might want to avoid probate.
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How to Know if an Online Will Service Is Right for You
An online wills service can take a lot of the cost and hassle out of creating a will, but is it a good idea for you? Find out whether an online will may work for you.
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Intestate Succession: What Happens When You Die Without a Will
A will allows you to choose who will inherit from you. When you die intestate (without a will), how your estate is divided is left up to the state. Find out how this would impact you.
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