Many people in Pennsylvania prefer to not think about estate planning. But what if you have beneficiaries who are known for causing interpersonal drama? It can be difficult to know how to deal with this type of situation, but it's possible to create an estate plan...
Estate planning after the kids are gone
When your children were young, you may have looked forward to the day when they were old enough to take care of themselves. However, now that they are out of the house, you may feel a sense of emptiness that has nothing to do with the fact that your kids have left...
What does undue influence look like?
A proper estate plan uses various mechanisms to promote a fair and equitable distribution of property to a decedent's family. When a person waits to make such plans in a weakened state, such as during illness near the end of life, questions may arise about the...
Can you inherit debt?
Your parents worked like dogs throughout life, and they enjoyed the fruits of their labor. Their philosophy was that they could not take money with them in the end, so they spent it while they could. Perhaps they enjoyed themselves a little too much and left you with...
Medical powers of attorney in Pennsylvania
Drafting a health care power of attorney allows individuals in Pennsylvania and around the country to ensure that they receive medical treatment in accordance with their wishes if they become incapable of making these decisions for themselves. Many people believe that...
5 ways parents can help avoid disputes over their estate
Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for siblings to fight about their inheritance after a parent dies. Settling a parent’s estate is a difficult, emotional process and easily can lead to conflict. However, parents can take steps before they pass away to help avoid...
Estate planning mistakes every parent should avoid
If you are a parent, you likely do something every day to protect your child, from making sure they wear their seat belt to setting up a college fund. And this job of protecting your kids is not something that ends when a parent passes away. The decision to create an...
How a special needs trust helps families
Your child has grown into adulthood. You have loved them from Day One. But as you get older, you realize you may not be around to care for them for the rest of their lives. As a parent of a child with special needs, you have concerns as to how to do this and what will...
What should be in a will?
Estate planning can be a difficult task to handle, especially when planning for the future. There is no telling what will come in the future, making it so hard to know what you should put in your will. Despite how vital a strong estate plan is, the number of people...
What should be included in an estate plan?
An effective estate plan provides protection for the estate planner and the estate planner's loved ones, family and friends. Because of this, estate planners should know what documents to include in their estate plan. There are several different types of documents...
