Everyone knows that estate plans are primarily about your assets or your minor children, if you have any. Recently, however, some companies are asking people to make unusual decisions about what will happen to their remains as part of their estate plans.
Read More »Did a New York Woman Scam Her Own Daughter’s Inheritance?
Sometimes people think that it takes a lot of wealth for problems to arise within families over estates. However, what is a lot for any particular family is relative. People who do not have much wealth will fight over far less money than those who do as is seen in a recent case in New […]
Read More »Fight over Robin Williams’ Estate
In the immediate aftermath of Robin Williams’ death it appeared that his estate had been well-planned and no arguments over it were expected. However, it now seems that a battle is brewing in court.
Read More »Lessons from Celebrity Estates in 2014
Important lessons about estate planning can often reach the general public through issues over celebrities’ estates. 2014 has been a busy year for such lessons. Americans are fascinated by the lives and deaths of celebrities. When a celebrity passes away, the public wants to know how his or her estate will be distributed.
Read More »Check Your Estate Planning List Twice, Just Like Santa
During this festive time of year, dwelling on estate planning may seem like a bit of a downer. Yet the end of the year is as good as time as any to take stock of your personal finances and also make sure you have done some proper estate planning. Having your affairs in order will […]
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