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Estate planning is a plan that you put in place to make sure your assets transfer to your loved ones without probate court. If you have proper estate planning, there is no need for probate court. Some questions to consider include, will your loved ones encounter debt when settling your affairs? What about property tax payments on the estate you pass down? How will your assets transfer to your loved ones? ...

Only one in three people has an estate plan in place. It is dangerous to wait until you have a health issue before creating an estate plan. Without one, you could potentially lose control over all you value most. ...

While some jobs in the real estate arena share similar responsibilities, there are key differences, particularly between real estate attorneys and agents. If you’re selling your home or property, understanding those differences can help maximize your real estate goals. ...

Choosing an executor is a big decision when it comes to estate planning. So, what should I know about an executor? What should I consider before naming an executor? Here are answers to three common questions about executors. ...

Does someone you love lack the ability to make decisions for themselves? Who needs a guardian and how does that happen? We cover a few basics with help from an elder care attorney. ...

Social Security Administration announces a change to the Attorney Fee Cap — the first in 13 years. The maximum dollar amount limit for fee agreements approved under the Social Security Act increased from $6,000 to $7,200.  Fee agreements may now be approved up to the new dollar limit, provided that the agreements otherwise meet the statutory requirements. ...

If you are considering preparing a will, this is a great first step in planning for the future. After reflecting on the basics, such as whom you want to be in charge of administering your wishes, you may wonder if there’s anything you shouldn’t include in your will. The answer is yes. ...

Should they stay or should they go? We're talking about important documents; and by that description is sounds like they're so important we should keep them forever. But that's not entirely true. A local estate attorney sorts things out for us. ...