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The natural heirs or beneficiaries of someone whose estate plan is based around a trust sometimes disagree with the stipulations and limitations placed on them by the trustee. You may think it would just be easier to contest the trust and deal direct… Read More

Some people make a lot of money during their career. Then there are people who make even more once they’ve passed. Such was the case for the Lou Reed Estate, the value of which nearly tripled in the year after he died. Lou Reed did do some esta… Read More

Inheriting a loved one’s home with a reverse mortgage attached can create problems for heirs. They may face calls, collections efforts, and even foreclosure on their newly-inherited property. Find out the options to resolve reverse mortgage problem… Read More

The internet is full of sad stories about pets who are sent to shelters after their owners are no longer able to care for them. If you are a “pet parent,” you may want to be certain that your cat, dog, horse, or bird is provided for after you are… Read More

For many families, estate planning is a balance between avoiding the time and expense of probate and making the most of their money. You might wonder if you need a trust or whether there are less expensive ways to skip the probate process. That could… Read More

When you are weighing your estate planning options, a revocable trust or living trust will likely be among the choices. Find out how to decide if you need a trust, and what the drawbacks and benefits of having a revocable living trust can be for you… Read More

If you are considering the options available for your estate plan, you may have come across the idea of a revocable living trust. This alternative to a traditional estate plan gives you more control over what happens to your assets. It also reduces o… Read More

When the death of a loved one comes with an unexpected surprise, you might find yourself wondering what happened in their final days. You may be left wondering how to sue for inheritance if you were unexpectedly excluded, and whether the new estate p… Read More