There are many facets to estate planning. Some important ones include naming the people who will get your assets as well as guardians for your minor children or adult special needs children. You deserve applause for getting started. However, estate planning takes...
Estate Planning
Important qualities and requirements of an executor
When choosing an executor for your estate, you should understand what the position entails. There are certain qualities that would help the chosen individual complete all of the tasks required. When asking someone to take on the role, make sure he or she also...
The life events that affect an estate plan
Having an estate plan means that you are prepared. With a will or trust in place, you made the crucial decision as to what becomes of your estate after you die or are incapacitated. However, you must remember that an estate plan should get regular attention. It is...
What to know about healthcare directives
Most people understand that protecting assets and deciding how to distribute wealth is an important part of estate planning. However, fewer people think about healthcare issues when planning for the future. An advance healthcare directive is another important aspect...
Understanding how a special needs trust works in New York
Many New York families have members who have suffered disabling injuries or illnesses. These family members and their disability can place an insuperable burden on their families when the parents are no longer able to provide for the child’s care. Many federal and...
Digital assets important part of estate plan
Many Staten Island residents have taken the time to create their estate plan. They understand that having this plan in place can help ensure a person’s assets are distributed as a person intends. But even those who have an estate plan in place may need to revisit it...
Know someone without an estate plan? Here’s how to talk to them
Far too many people wait too long to create an estate plan. This is primarily on account of individuals struggling to come to terms with the reality that they will eventually pass away. It’s completely understandable. This is a difficult topic that isn’t easy to talk...
How do you transfer business ownership?
You may plan on retiring at some point, or you may want to work until the last possible moment. Regardless of your hopes for the future, you need someone there to take the reins after you step down. New York business owners like you may handle business matters via an...
Who Needs An Estate Plan?
You might think estate planning is only for the ultra rich, people with large esteemed estates. But this is not true. In fact, everyone needs an estate plan, no matter what their level of wealth is. Estate planning has many important benefits that can help both you...
What’s the difference between a health care directive and a health care proxy?
Estate plans are one of the most comprehensive ways to plan for the unexpected, but the whirling vortex of legal terms can leave you confused and concerned. With a host of similar-sounding terms, in your paperwork, you may face some uncertainty about potential gaps...