The creation of an estate plan is essential for protecting assets after the owner of those assets passes away. However, not much thought goes to reducing the chances that wills will be contested down the road. A few tips may help with preventing this from happening in...
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Month: March 2017
Wills go hand-in-hand with planned giving
For some, being charitable is an important part of giving back to the community while they are alive. However, it is also possible to give back following one's death. For this reason, estate planning -- which involves the creation of documents such as wills -- and...
Wills must be specific and detailed
Estate planning is often viewed as a morbid topic. For this reason, creating wills is not at the top of many families' agendas in New York. However, it is necessary for taking care of loved ones in the future. It is critical that a will be specific. In fact, a couple...
Did the seller accept your offer on a house? What happens next?
Congratulations on your impending purchase! Buying a home of your own -- especially for the first time -- comes with a great deal of excitement. However, you might find yourself scratching your head, trying to figure out all of the steps that must take place before...
Wills important for millennials, too
When millennials in the state of New York are asked to list their plans, their lists are often filled with vacation experiences and career achievements. Something that rarely makes the list is estate planning. However, wills are important for people of all ages,...
Did the seller accept your offer on a house? What happens next?
Congratulations on your impending purchase! Buying a home of your own -- especially for the first time -- comes with a great deal of excitement. However, you might find yourself scratching your head, trying to figure out all of the steps that must take place before...
Wills can address what happens to digital assets
In today's digital age, nearly everyone has a digital asset of some sort. The increased use of digital tools during the past several decades has led to the creation of assets that are deemed worth preserving and including in wills. This is true even though digital...