Will challenges are unusual in Virginia probate proceedings, but they do happen sometimes. One allowed reason to claim a will submitted in the decedent's name is invalid is known as "undue influence." Like any other legal document, the party signing their will must...
Having a properly executed will can give you peace of mind in knowing that your assets will pass down to the people you love according to your wishes when you die. This estate planning document specifies how you wish to have your estate preserved, managed and...
Making decisions on how to best care for your ageing parents can be really difficult. Not only is it tough emotionally to have to think about your parents no longer being able to take care of themselves, it can also be really confusing to know just exactly what is the...
Once you decided it was finally time to stop putting off estate planning, you faced many considerations. For example, you had to determine what documents to include, how to address possible probate issues and whom to choose as an executor for your estate. You probably...
Creating a will is a responsible step to ensure your wishes are fulfilled after you pass away. Unfortunately, around 46% of U.S. adults still do not have a will in place. Unfortunately, even if you create a will, there are situations where someone in your family may...
When creating a will, you need to name an executor who will ensure your wishes are fulfilled. In addition to this, the executor handles other duties, from paying off debts to managing property before distribution. You can name one or more executors (co-executors)....
If you think that an estate plan is just a simple will, think again: These days, even a basic estate plan needs a will, advance directives and powers of attorney designations, and many ordinary people are exploring things like living trusts, Medicaid planning and...
If you and your spouse have been married for decades and fully intend to remain together for the rest of your lives, you may think the easiest way to handle your estate plan is with a joint will. A true joint will for a married couple is one document signed by both...
While creating your will, one of the most important decisions you must make has to do with who will execute it. Most often, you may task your spouse, adult children or a close confidant with this role. And in instances where you have complex family dynamics or...
An important part of estate planning doesn’t necessarily involve any estate planning documents. It involves designating beneficiaries for your retirement accounts as well as things like investment accounts and life insurance policies. You do that directly on the...
