Deciding if you need separate versus joint trusts is a conversation that blended families need to have. Blended families, a term used to describe families created when two people with children from previous relationships come together, bring about a host of financial complexities that demand careful consideration. Balancing the financial needs of biological children, [...]
Divorce is a challenging journey that many of us hope never to face, but life's twists and turns sometimes lead us down that path. Amid the emotional rollercoaster, it's essential to understand the legal implications of dividing assets and property. In the United States, property distribution during divorce can be governed by one of [...]
A common question when it comes to estate planning is “what happens if I don’t have a will?” The probate process will vary by state, but not having an estate plan can be stressful for your loved ones when the time comes or an emergency arises. This can be especially harmful if you have young [...]
Remarrying? Why Estate Planning After Divorce is Important to Avoid Accidently Disinheriting Your Loved Ones. Today, we’re seeing more and more people getting divorced in middle age and beyond. Indeed, the trend of couples getting divorced after the age of 50 has grown so common, it’s even garnered its own nickname: “gray divorce". Estate [...]
