Ancillary Probate: What Is It And How Do I Avoid It?

Upon the death of a person without an estate plan or only a last will and testament as a testamentary document, their estate must go through the probate process or their will must be submitted to the Surrogate’s Court located in the county of their Read More …

How to Create an Estate Plan With Property in Multiple States

Have you been thinking about purchasing that tropical paradise vacation home you’ve been dreaming of in Florida? Or the charming countryside farmhouse with a picturesque landscape in Pennsylvania? Or how about a rustic ski cabin with a crackling fireplace in the mountains of Colorado? Over Read More …

Can You Inherit Season Tickets?

The executor’s role can be complicated by distribution of unique assets that the deceased individual’s last will does not account for. One example includes seasonal sports tickets. In such instances, family members often inquire about the status of a seasonal pass after a loved one Read More …

Is a Living Trust Right For You?

Living trusts, or revocable trusts, are often established to prevent the probate process over a loved one’s assets after they die. Colloquially, it is known as a “will substitute.” A will dictates  the terms that go into effect right after you die. While a trust Read More …

What to Avoid When Drafting a Will

It is important to live life with a present mindset. However, it is also important to be prepared for the future in case an unexpected event leads to sudden death. By creating a last will and testament, also called a living will, you will lift Read More …

5 Benefits of a Living Trust

As your loved ones begin to age, it becomes the prime time to begin or follow up on your estate plan. An estate plan is highly beneficial in expressing your loved one’s interests and best wishes concerning their future. There are a variety of documents Read More …

What is the Probate and How Can It Be Avoided Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic?

What is Probate? Probate is the process of proving the validity of a decedent’s Last Will and Testament in the Surrogate Court. The probate process only takes place after the decedent passes away, and can be a very complex legal proceeding that may take up Read More …

What will happen if you don’t have an estate plan?

An estate plan is key to guaranteeing that all of your best interests are met when the time comes. The very first step to planning for your future pertains to making the decision to create an estate plan. This plan typically includes drafting a will, Read More …

10 Essential Estate Planning Steps for 2021

Tips 1&2- Prepare for Your Future by Drafting a Will and Selecting an Executor Drafting a will is essential to the distribution of your assets upon your passing. This document gives you the ability to decide exactly how your estate will be managed upon your Read More …