A second chance at marital bliss may come with a lot of stress that you did not foresee. Creating an estate plan as a blended family may leave both of you confused about how you can take care of your children and each other. With a blended family situation, there are...
Too many Americans procrastinate when it comes to writing their wills. In fact, according to reporting from CNBC, almost 70% of adults in the U.S. have not yet finalized one. If you belong to the exclusive group of responsible will writers, you might wonder where you...
Your estate plan helps you plan for the future and dictate who will receive your assets after you die. But many people have yet to start the formal estate planning process. According to a survey conducted by Caring.com, approximately 33% of Americans have put together...
Estate planning is an important process every adult needs to perform. It allows people to ensure the carrying out of their final wishes and protect their loved ones' inheritances. It also involves more than simply writing out a will on a piece of paper. There are many...
Retirement in California is exciting but comes with significant financial considerations, including estate planning. Estate planning involves organizing your assets and determining how they will be distributed after death. It's a critical aspect of retirement...
When you start your estate plan, you will likely begin by creating a will. This document lets you dictate how to distribute your personal assets after you die. According to the CDC Foundation, your will is also the document where you list your estate’s executor and...
Probate helps ensure that your administrator follows the plans you stated in your will. However, the probate process may take a while, and your heirs may not have the financial means to wait long for disbursement. There are several ways you can infuse your loved ones...
When an elderly person is trying to plan for their estate and who will get their heirlooms and savings after they die, undue influence can greatly influence what they choose. Potential beneficiaries who emotionally manipulate and pressure weak or confused elderly...
If you have ever had to plan a loved one's funeral, you undoubtedly remember just how expensive final arrangements can be. Indeed, according to World Population Review, the average cost of a funeral in California is nearly $12,000. When you include the cost of other...
It is easy to assume your family will step in if you are unable to make decisions concerning your health, but in reality, too few people carry on important conversations about end-of-life care. It is important to document your end-of-life wishes through an advance...
