Handling estate administration on behalf of a friend or family member can be a challenge. Personal representatives may need to attend hearings in probate court. They have to secure estate resources. They may also need to liquidate assets to distribute their value...
Parents love their children equally, but they also realize that each child has unique strengths and weaknesses. One child may be creative while another is analytical. It may be tempting to name your more organized, financially savvy child as the executor of your...
Boundary disputes between neighbors can arise for many different reasons. In some cases, boundary issues begin with inaccurate information during a real estate transaction. Property owners frequently describe parcel boundaries using landmarks, such as trees, fence...
If you get divorced, the two main categories for assets are marital assets and separate assets. If something is a marital asset, both you and your spouse have a right to it, meaning it must go through property division. If something is a separate asset, it belongs...
During estate planning, testators generally make arrangements for the protection of their dependent family members, such as spouses and children. They also establish beneficiary designations so that specific people inherit the resources from their estate after their...
These days, people of all ages regularly connect via electronic means. As a result, virtual visitation has become a common component of parenting plans. Virtual visitation refers to using technology – such as video calls, messaging and online gaming platforms – to...
Homeowners who can’t afford to continue paying their mortgage may want to try to get out from under it as quickly as possible. One option that some have is to go through a short sale on the home. This means that the homeowner sells the home at a fair market price, but...
Contrary to what many believe, talking to your family about your estate plan is typically far better than keeping it all a secret. After all, in most cases, it will affect them as much as you. Here are some of the things you should consider discussing with your...
Addressing an aging parent’s estate plans can be challenging for everyone. People have had it drilled into their minds that it’s impolite to discuss money, politics and religion. While avoiding the latter two may still be wise, it’s never a good idea to avoid...
When selling your home, the conventional path of undertaking repairs and renovations may not always be practical or appealing. An increasingly popular in today's real estate market is the 'as-is' sale. Could this be the right option for you? The benefits of selling...
