Estate Planning
Plan for your future today. Learn the specific estate planning documents you need to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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What to Do When Someone Dies: Immediate Next Steps
After a loved one dies, it can be understandable to feel lost in grief and not know what to do. These 10 steps can be your guide in the first few days and weeks.
· 10 min read
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Create a Living Trust in Alabama
A living trust can help you avoid the cost and time of probate, and offers more control over your estate than a last will. Find out how a living trust works in Alabama.
· 4 min read
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What Is a Letter of Testamentary and Why Do You Need One?
In order to fulfill your duties as the executor of an estate, you must first be granted the authority through a letter of testamentary. Read on to learn more.
· 9 min read
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What is a Constructive Trust?
A constructive trust is established to right a wrong, relating to a person's property. Whether temporary or ongoing, it can address several types of wrongdoing.
· 3 min read
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What Is a Settlor of a Trust?
A settlor of a trust is an individual who creates a trust by transferring assets into it and establishing its terms. Find out how they can help your beneficiaries manage your property.
· 2 min read
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Naming a Trustee in Your Deed of Trust
If you're using a deed of trust to secure borrowed money, you need to understand the role of a trustee. Find out who can play this vital role in your real estate transaction.
· 3 min read
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How to Remove a Trustee from a Family Trust
If you are the creator, a co-trustee, or a beneficiary of a family trust and you believe a trustee is not acting properly, there are ways to go about removing or replacing a trustee.
· 4 min read
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How to Avoid Paying Capital Gains Tax on Inherited Property
If you have recently inherited property, there are ways to potentially reduce your tax liability and protect your inheritance.
· 7 min read
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What Is a Probate Attorney and How to Find One
Probate can be arduous and stressful, especially while grieving the loss of a loved one. A probate attorney specializes in helping people navigate this complex process.
· 9 min read
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How Do a Last Will and Power of Attorney Work Together?
A last will and power of attorney are powerful and important documents that provide you with peace of mind and protect your family.
· 3 min read
