Estate Planning · May 14, 2021
A last will and testament is the most commonly thought-of document when it comes to an estate plan. But really, it's only a very small part of an integrated plan that ensures your family stays out of court and out of conflict if and when something happens to you. Do not think you can just write your own will that will help your family, especially when you plan on creating it online. If you need help in getting started, consult with Personal Family Lawyer® that will help you through the process.
Business · November 02, 2020
2020 has set unprecedented variables in business with the advent of COVID-19. You will never know what could go wrong at any given moment. It is possible for your business to be completely swept away by the pandemic without means of protection. One of these means is having comprehensive insurance coverage. This can cover almost anything from properties, professional services, computer systems, business and employment practices and more.
Estate Planning · October 29, 2020
Advanced health care planning is an ideal way to prepare for the future. Being unable to relay your healthcare instructions in the event of death or incapacity will be an added emotional burden to your already distressed loved ones. With the current pandemic overloading hospitals everywhere, it becomes more urgent to put your documents in place before it is too late. Find out what other directives to include in your plan to expedite the decision-making process and to ensure your family’s safety.
Estate Planning · October 09, 2020
The CARES Act is a trillion-dollar program that provides direct economic assistance to workers, families, and small businesses. It is free money from the government that will hopefully relieve citizens of some of the financial strains brought about by the COVID-19 crisis. Qualified individuals will be given money thru direct deposit while business owners can apply for loans. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most out of this new law.
Estate Planning · October 02, 2020
The world is still shaking from the colossal impact of COVID-19 especially in the health sector. Now is a high time for you and for the family to make informed decisions regarding your health care needs. From the basics of a medical power of attorney to the intricacies of living will, here's what you need to know about advanced healthcare planning.
Estate Planning · September 25, 2020
Even multimillionaires are not immune to an oversight in designating their heirs. One prominent example is Kobe Bryant whose legal team failed to list his youngest daughter in the family trust. And though they can easily correct this, it's not the same for everyone. Hefty legal costs and lengthy proceedings can have a tremendous financial impact on your family.
Estate Planning · September 17, 2020
One of the most important lessons you can teach your kids is financial literacy - helping them understand not just the value of properly managing their money but also understanding your family's situation and the importance of wealth preservation. It is a gift you can give that lasts a lifetime. In today's generation, money is still not a typical dinner table discussion in many affluent and working-class families, but we think it should be. Read here to learn more.
Estate Planning · September 11, 2020
With all of the media about "digital wills" and "online estate planning nowadays", it is really tempting to think that you can do your estate planning yourself, online, for a single reason - to reduce cost. Your reasons may be good but may not go well with your intentions towards your family as online estate planning can be a big trap and may leave your family and assets at risk - worse off than if you had done nothing at all. Read here to know why and how to do it the right way.
Estate Planning · July 03, 2020
The last will and testament laws vary from state to state and so, the validity of your will depends on where you live when you die. Your will is a part of your legal documents, a baseline foundation of your estate plan that can ensure your wishes are respected by the people you love when you die. However, it may not be enough to protect your wishes as it does not keep your assets out of court and does not operate in the event of your incapacity. Moreover, it is useless if it is not legally valid
Estate Planning · October 11, 2019
Same-Gender spouses are often challenged when they need to make parental, medical, and financial decisions for partners who are incapacitated or unable to communicate because they may have family members who remain opposed to the validity of their marriage. If you're in the same situation, you especially must need to put a comprehensive estate plan specifically design for your situation to ensure your planning strategies for your loved ones work exactly as you intended. Learn more here.