Estate Planning

Establishing guardianship in a will

If you have a child under the age of 18, you should have a will to name a legal guardian of your child in the event of your death. Read on for tips on how to make this happen.

September 17, 2024 · 4 min read

What Does the Executor of a Will Get Paid?

September 17, 2024 · 3 min read

How to Avoid Probate: 10 Tips

Use our 10 tips to avoid probate court, save money, speed up the transfer of assets to beneficiaries, and preserve family privacy.

September 17, 2024 · 13 min read

How to protect your assets from nursing home costs

If you're concerned about how to protect your assets from nursing home costs, you're at an advantage if you can plan at least five years out. But there are other things you can do if a nursing home is in your immediate future, too.

September 17, 2024 · 3 min read

What Is an Affidavit of Heirship?

You may need to create and file an affidavit of heirship if a family member has died without a will and you believe you are entitled to inherit any property left behind.

September 17, 2024 · 4 min read

The complete guide to estate planning

This guide outlines the ins and outs of estate planning, why you need one, what's included in a comprehensive plan, and how to get started.

September 17, 2024 · 16 min read

What Is a Life Estate Deed?

A life estate deed is one way of transferring ownership of real property that offers a number of estate planning advantages.

September 17, 2024 · 6 min read

What Is a Transfer on Death Deed and How Does It Work?

A transfer on death deed specifies who inherits property after the owner’s death, offering a simple and inexpensive way to avoid probate for real estate.

September 17, 2024 · 9 min read

Who and What Is Next of Kin? Meaning and Inheritance Details

If you die without a will, your next of kin is the closest living blood relative who may inherit your assets. Learn about next of kin inheritance rights.

September 17, 2024 · 9 min read

What Is Joint Tenancy? A Legal Definition

Joint tenancy offers two or more people a convenient and affordable approach to purchasing property together, but with its own rule book.

September 16, 2024 · 12 min read