One of the most beneficial aspects of trusts is that they allow the grantor to establish guidelines and parameters that will endure long after he or she has passed. Unfortunately, not everyone may be aware of these options in estate planning. A recent example can...
Month: July 2014
Estate planning involves many common goals
An attorney that focuses on estate planning frequently hears certain common goals from clients. Perhaps the most obvious goal is for estate assets to pass to their designated heirs and beneficiaries, and to avoid unexpected results, entanglements or family...
More than a will may be required for thorough estate planning
Although estate planning is designed to effectuate the intentions of the grantor, sometimes it may take a helpful nudge from friends, children or other loved ones to start the discussion.In fact, a recent article indicates that around 70 percent of Americans may be...
