When you love your child deeply, you may feel like no one is good enough for them. Unfortunately, your in-law may have proved your fears right over the years. Maybe they've had a string of job losses or a history of infidelity that your child has somehow forgiven....
When should a grandparent advance an inheritance to a grandchild?
You have spent a lifetime building up your personal wealth and resources. You probably want your children and grandchildren to display a similar work ethic. At the same time, you likely have hopes of giving people you love financial resources when you die. Wanting...
Are you worried about a grandchild squandering their inheritance?
As a grandparent, you may feel strongly about leaving an inheritance to a grandchild or grandchildren. No matter what it may be, you realize that it will benefit them after you’re gone. But before you can do this, there’s an important question to answer: What’s the...
How can you reduce the chances of a dispute over your estate?
Your children are all older, and you know that they don’t get along. When you look at all of your children, you can see how they would have different opinions and outlooks, so that worries you. You want to plan for your eventual death, but you know that sitting those...
Tips to remember when talking about estate planning with your elderly parents
Developing a comprehensive estate plan is a critical step in easing the financial and emotional burden on heirs after a loved one passes away. Unfortunately, many people die without a plan in place leading to turmoil and unnecessary disputes among surviving loved...
Do you think you need to disinherit one of your children?
Most parents want to give their children a better life than they had, and that desire is often the foundation for a financial bequest at the time of someone's death. You may have spent years building up your career and financial stability so that you could start a...
Reviewing An Estate Plan
After your estate plan documents are finalized and secured away, you might not think about checking them until it’s necessary. However, there are several events that should prompt you to review and update your estate plan. Marriage, divorce, birth and death are just a...
The role of real estate in your estate plan
For many people, their house is their largest asset. Unfortunately, many people also misunderstand the role real estate plays in their estate plan. Your home can be titled, transferred and inherited in many different ways. Without proper planning, your property can...
