You can base your whole estate plan on an online will if you wish, but it is not advisable. Despite the apparent ease of creation and the attractive price, for most people, it’s just another of those internet offers that are not as good as the sellers want you to...
Month: December 2023
Considerations for selecting a fiduciary for your estate
Part of estate planning involves selecting a fiduciary, the person who will play the role of managing and distributing your assets according to your wishes after your death. Your fiduciary can be an executor, trustee, or personal representative, and their role is...
Why new parents need to make an estate plan
People sometimes assume that estate planning is an activity to engage in when they retire. They may be waiting until they are in their 60s or 70s to make a plan that passes their assets on to the next generation. But it can be risky to procrastinate estate planning,...
What are advance directives, and do my aging parents need them?
An advanced health directive can allow your aging parents to clarify their wishes about medical orders like DNR (do not attempt resuscitation) or POLST (physical orders for life-sustaining treatment). Simply put, advance directives empower older adults to make known...
