by Brian Douglas | Jan 25, 2023 | Real Estate
Whether you’re interested in purchasing or selling a home, an experienced real estate agent can help the process run much more smoothly. A real estate agent represents your interests in a real estate transaction, and their work will save you time, energy, and stress....
by Brian Douglas | Jan 18, 2023 | Real Estate
When you purchase a home or a piece of real estate, you want to make sure that the property title is free and clear. If not, “clouds” on the title can lead to future problems related to ownership or the ability to secure mortgage financing. For those who may be...
by Brian Douglas | Jan 11, 2023 | Estate Planning
When your loved one starts having trouble caring for themselves or making decisions, it may be time to become their guardian or conservator. While these legal roles are similar in nature, it’s important to understand the differences in the responsibilities. What is a...
by Brian Douglas | Dec 14, 2022 | Real Estate
A quitclaim deed is a legal document that’s used to transfer real estate ownership from one person or party to another. The paperwork releases a person’s interest in the property without indicating their interest or rights. A quitclaim deed does not guarantee that...
by Brian Douglas | Dec 7, 2022 | Estate Planning
A living trust is a popular estate planning tool that can provide benefits before and after someone’s death. One of the primary advantages is avoiding the probate process. In this week’s blog, we are taking a look at the differences between revocable trusts and...
by Brian Douglas | Nov 30, 2022 | Estate Planning
A fiduciary is a person who occupies a position of such power and confidence with regard to the property or well- being of another person that the law requires him/her to act solely in the best interest of the person whom he/she represents. Fiduciary duties fall into...
by Brian Douglas | Nov 9, 2022 | Estate Planning
Planning for a Family Member with Special Needs With proper legal and financial planning, a family can guarantee that a loved one with a disability will enjoy a comfortable lifestyle after her or his caregivers are gone. Without proper planning, an inheritance or...
by Brian Douglas | Oct 26, 2022 | Estate Planning
When married couples are similar ages, estate planning is typically a joint process. The couples are like-minded when it comes to their property and beneficiaries. When a couple has a significant age difference, however, the estate planning process can be a little...
