How Does Probate Work?

How Does Probate Work?

Having a good understanding of how wills are used, how probate works and what other documents are needed to protect yourself and loved ones is key to creating an effective estate plan, explains the article “Understanding probate helps when drafting will” from The News...
How Can I Minimize My Probate Estate?

How Can I Minimize My Probate Estate?

Having a properly prepared estate plan is especially important if you have minor children who would need a guardian, are part of a blended family, are unmarried in a committed relationship or have complicated family dynamics—especially those with drama. There are...
Who will Receive Naomi Judd’s Estate?

Who will Receive Naomi Judd’s Estate?

Country music legend Naomi Judd, who died in April, named her husband Larry Strickland as executor of her estate. She was married to Strickland for 33 years. According to court documents, he’ll have “full authority and discretion” over her estate and won’t need to the...
Prevent the Elderly from Being Scammed

Prevent the Elderly from Being Scammed

Can we prevent the Elderly from being scammed? Just as parents guide their children through adulthood and teach them about finances and how to manage their money, adult children of aging parents need to be alert for their elderly scams before they fall victim to those...
Estate Planning Scavenger Hunt

Estate Planning Scavenger Hunt

Believe it or not, it is almost time for Back to School shopping, early morning drop-offs, after-school pickups, traffic and so much more. This is the perfect time to think about estate planning before your schedule gets really busy. Trust me, I don’t miss the school...