People often have questions on Estate Planning. This is the first in a series of articles addressing those questions. This first article addresses “who” should do Estate Planning. Read on to learn … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Plan
Planning is important. If you don’t plan, your assets go pursuant to the state’s default plan, which may be very different from what you want. If you plan, you can be sure your assets go exactly to … [Read more...]
The Estate Planning Process Behind the Scenes
Estate planning can seem like a daunting process. There’s a lot to consider—do you need a trust, or is a will sufficient? What’s the difference between them? Who should you name to take care of … [Read more...]
Common Reasons to do Estate Planning
Not everyone needs a million dollars to have a reason to create an estate plan. Other reasons to make sure you have an estate plan in place include having children/grandchildren, a recent divorce, … [Read more...]
Estate Planning in a Blended Family
Blended families can consist of an unending variety of relationship combinations. Stepparents, half-siblings, siblings, step siblings, adopted children…the list goes on. If you find yourself in a … [Read more...]
The Hazards of Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning Documents
We live in an era of do-it-yourself projects. Most anyone can now find instructions on how to do anything themselves online. Be cautious, however, when dealing with DIY legal documents. The … [Read more...]
Help Your Loved Ones Find Your Estate Planning Documents
Creating an estate plan is something that many people fail to do, which can create many problems when it comes time to go through probate or distribute assets. If family members disagree, or a person … [Read more...]
Estate Planning Mistakes – Pablo Picasso
Who was Pablo Picasso? Pablo Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, poet, playwright, ceramist, and stage designer. The most well-known periods in his work were the Blue Period, the Rose Period, … [Read more...]
Estate Planning Mistakes – Ted Williams
Who was Ted Williams? Ted Williams was best known for being a professional baseball player for the Boston Red Sox. He took a break from his baseball career in 1943 to serve his country in WWII … [Read more...]
Probate Estate Types in Colorado
Probate estates in Colorado can be categorized into three different types. Below we have provided descriptions of these three. However, it is very important you consult with an experienced attorney to … [Read more...]