Developing an estate plan can be a challenging task. It forces individuals to make uncomfortable decisions centered around their own mortality. For this reason, many people hurry through the process and then try to ignore the documents. Failing to update various...
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Between 50 to 70% of people across the country do not have a will. Many New Jersey residents who fall into this category may think they don’t need a will, but this could not be farther from the truth. Regardless of one’s wealth level, they most likely have some assets...
Remarrying New Jersey couples need to consider estate planning
When a New Jersey couple decides to get remarried they probably don’t consider the importance of estate planning. Generally, considering one’s assets and other important matters after their death is usually the farthest thing from an engaged couple’s mind. However, if...
How to start the estate planning process
Unfortunately, this year has been marked by death. It is all around us, and if one turns on the TV or opens a web browser, it dominates the news. And, especially for those of us with kids, there is a drum beat to get an estate plan done, sooner rather than later....
Don’t forget to include digital assets in your estate plan
Individuals of all ages need to take the time to develop a comprehensive estate plan. This set of documents allows people to determine and clearly state inheritance, powers of attorney, trustees, guardians and countless other factors. It is crucial, however, to...
Requirements for an advance health care directive
It is a misconception that estate planning only involves executing a will. While a will is an important legal document for New Jersey adults to draft and execute, there are other tools that individuals can and should consider creating in order to protect their...
How probate can disrupt a business
Your business is not inherently immune from probate – the lengthy, time-consuming, often-expensive legal process that occurs following one’s passing. Without proper preparations, this means the business’ operations can be derailed and held up indefinitely, potentially...
Estate planning may need an update with the current health crisis
It is always a good idea for New Jersey residents to have an estate plan regardless of the circumstances. However, when there is a national health problem in progress, that can make it even more vital to have estate planning documents or update the ones that are...
Estate planning not just for the elderly
Much like estate planning is not for the old, considering elder law issues is not something for just the elderly to consider and work through. A young adult at the ripe age of 18 could begin this process; however, no matter when an individual begins the elder law...
How to talk to your aging parents about estate planning
Discussing the future can be easy when you’re making fun vacation plans or are looking forward to a significant milestone such as marriage or the birth of a baby. But when it comes to difficult topics – like what will happen after your parents pass away – those...
