A lot of people worry about whether or not their deaths will leave their loved ones – especially their children – with a burdensome amount […]
How to leave your loved ones a guilt-free inheritance
We are entering an era that is known as the “Great Wealth Transfer.” Over the next 20 years, an estimated $84 trillion (that’s right, trillion […]
How to talk to your parents about their estate plan
Talking to your parents about money or their mortality may make you feel uncomfortable. We concern ourselves with “What if they think I’m greedy” or […]
Can someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia make or change a will?
Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms eventually grow severe enough to interfere with daily tasks, including the ability […]
I have been named the Executor of a Will. What are my responsibilities? Should I hire an attorney?
After a person dies, their assets and property are called an Estate. If a person dies with a Will, an Executor is named in […]
What is probate?
Probate is the legal procedure your estate goes through after you pass away. When a person dies in New York and they have a Will, […]
I currently have a Will. How often should I review it?
A good rule of thumb is to review your important legal documents every three years or so. It is important to revisit your will, and […]
Why do I need a Will?
If we learned anything over the past few years, there are no certainties in life, and we should make the best plan to protect the […]