An estate plan is a process of arranging your assets for distribution after your passing. In other words, you’ll designate family, friends and loved ones to inherit from your estate when you die. While that may seem simple enough, estate planning can be complicated....
One concern that couples sometimes express when they have talked about a divorce but decided not to actually split up is that they want to stay together for the kids. This comes from the belief that it’s better for children to grow up with two married parents in the...
All adults need to take the time to set up an estate plan that outlines their wishes for after they die. There are several components to consider. Learning about how they all work together is beneficial. As you’re creating your estate plan, you must ensure you aren’t...
Prenuptial agreements have become increasingly common in recent decades. More couples than ever draft contracts before entering marriage. They have specific agreements regarding property division or support matters in the event of a divorce. When couples have...
When you’re in the process of setting up a new business, it can feel like there are a million things that need your attention. It’s equal parts exciting and stressful. If setting up a limited liability company (LLC), one of the most important things you can do is to...
When a couple decides to get divorced, one person will often move out of the family home. This is then referred to as the date of separation, even though the actual date of divorce will be much further in the future. At best, divorce will take a few months. In some...
Sometimes after a testator’s death, concerned parties might carry out a will contest. A will contest involves disputing the validity of a will in court. What are the grounds for will contests? Here are some of the most common reasons why an individual (or a group)...
People who are going through a divorce might find the holiday season difficult. It’s disheartening for them to see so many families and couples who look so happy during this time. Finding ways to cope with the difficulties that come with the holidays can help you...
Unequal bequests can make things a bit more complicated when it comes to estate planning. Say that you have three children, and you know that all of them are expecting to get an inheritance. You haven’t talked with them about it yet, but they know that you are fairly...
If you start a business with a partner, it is wise to create a partnership agreement at the beginning, which you will both sign. You are not obligated to do this, but there are many reasons that it can help. Nonetheless, some people are a bit hesitant, perhaps because...
