February 29, 2016 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney
Four Important estate planning tips for people under 35 Getting your finances in order can be essential to being prepared for life’s changes. While building savings and retirement accounts can be part of this process, so too is estate planning. For those who are under 35 and who may just be starting to focus on…
read moreFebruary 18, 2016 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney
How to Start Estate Planning? Estate planning can be the key to preserving your legacy and protecting your loved ones in the future. Although there can be a lot to think about when it is time to put a formal estate plan in place, the following are the main considerations and steps to take when…
read moreFebruary 6, 2016 Posted In Estate Planning,Trusts
The risks of doing online DIY trusts could make it difficult once you pass if it is not done by an experienced attorney. If you want it done right, it should be done right the first time by an experienced lawyer. The internet puts a world of information and opportunities for action at our fingertips.…
read moreJanuary 24, 2016 Posted In Estate Planning,Estate Taxes
How to Choose an Executor or Personal Representative for an Estate? A central part of estate planning can be selecting the right executor and/or personal representative to carry out your wishes in the future. While you may have some ideas of who to appoint to these positions, below are some specific tips to keep in…
read moreJanuary 12, 2016 Posted In Powers of Attorney
Four Important Facts for Agents under Powers of Attorney Agents, also referred to as attorneys-in-fact, have some important responsibilities and powers. Although the specifics of these duties and the extent of their power will vary from situation to situation, in general, the following are among the most important facts to understand about this role. The…
read moreDecember 31, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning
Four Reasons to Resolve to Develop an Estate Plan The New Year is a time for resolutions. For many people, this can mean prioritizing certain personal and financial changes for the New Year. While those resolutions can be great goals, here is why it is also time to include estate planning as a focus for…
read moreDecember 5, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Estate Taxes
A Denver estate planning lawyer discusses how portability for federal estate taxes can help reduce tax obligations. Since 2011 in the U.S., married couples have been able to take advantage of portability for federal estate tax purposes, allowing them to share certain unused exemptions and save on their overall estate tax obligations. Although portability is…
read moreNovember 15, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Wills
A Denver estate planning attorney explains when wills and estate plans should be updated. It depends on the nature of your estate, as well as your life circumstances. We will delve into this answer more below. When to Update a Will & Estate Plan? In general, it’s recommended that people review and update their wills,…
read moreNovember 5, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Wills
The right estate plan can preserve your wishes for the future while protecting your loved ones’ interests and possibly even minimizing the need for probate. Of course, the “right” estate plan can vary from situation to situation, depending on the details of an estate (among other things). That being stated the following are among the…
read moreOctober 5, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning
When you want to choose the right and best Denver estate planning lawyer to help you put an effective estate plan in place, here is what to look for, our Denver estate attorney can explain. When you are ready to put an estate plan in place, one of the first steps to take can be…
read moreSeptember 25, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Trusts,Wills
Estate planning is not just about figuring out what will happen to your assets after you pass. It is also about setting up protections for you and your loved ones. In fact, a comprehensive, effective estate plan can save a significant amount of stress, grief and money in the future. As you start to develop…
read moreSeptember 15, 2015 Posted In Breach of Fiduciary Duty,Estate Planning,Probate, Estate, & Trust Administration
The process of settling an estate can be long, complicated and at times, contentious. While there can be a lot to do to settle an estate in the months following the death of a loved one. It is important to keep the following tips in mind can help those in charge, namely executors and personal…
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