Owning property can be rewarding, but it also brings its own set of challenges. A key to lessening these challenges is understanding the various types of title disputes that could surface. These disputes can hinder the smooth management of your property and even...
Special needs children have unique and distinct conditions. This involves medical, educational and emotional aspects. Unlike planning for typically developing children, their children must anticipate and address long-term challenges. They must recognize that their...
As our technology progresses, processes in various industries have changed as well. In the legal industry, creating contracts and legal documents has been easier with digital technology. In estate planning, this change now allows testators to electronically create...
A will is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have. It provides your family members with the ability to know exactly how you want your assets distributed after you pass away and reduces the chance of future conflict. Perhaps a time comes when...
Title insurance is a crucial part of any real estate transaction. It serves as a protective shield against unexpected title defects. These issues could include anything from undisclosed liens, disputes over property boundaries, forgery or fraud in the title history,...
It is no secret that times are tough right now, and many families are pooling their funds to pay for pod schools, share nanny services and even buying property. After all, with interest rates higher than they have been in decades, even those who make six-figure...
You might think that creating a will is easy, and it can be. But you shouldn’t just throw one together to get the process over with quickly. You need to take time and exercise care when creating your will so that you get what you want out of it. When you do so,...
Liens are legal mechanisms used to secure debts or financial obligations related to a property. They grant the creditor a legal interest in the property until the debt is paid off. In essence, liens act as a form of collateral, ensuring that the creditor has a claim...
A will is one of the most common estate planning tools, giving the testator the power to decide how their administrator will distribute their properties when they die. Since it is a legal document, many may wonder whether a will’s notarization is necessary for it to...
An executor is the person you appoint in your will to manage your estate when you die. They will handle the estate administration process, including dealing with the probate court. They will settle your outstanding debts, identify and gather your assets, and...