by Brian Douglas | Sep 24, 2019 | Estate Planning, Probate
There is a common misconception that you don’t actually need an estate plan if you are unmarried or don’t have children. At Brian M. Douglas & Associates, we aren’t too sure where this idea could have come from. Estate planning is important whether or not you have...
by Brian Douglas | Aug 18, 2019 | Estate Planning
Back to school season can be a bittersweet time — on the one hand, it’s so hectic, it can seem impossible to fit anything else in. On the other, you finally have the kids back in school, returning to after school activities, and you regain a few pockets of time...
by Brian Douglas | Aug 15, 2019 | Estate Planning
As estate planning attorneys, there are some parts of our work that we don’t look forward to. Personally, I get a lot of satisfaction out of helping families prepare for the future — easing their worries and protecting what’s most important. However, the advance...
by Brian Douglas | Aug 5, 2019 | Estate Planning
A comprehensive estate plan is about far more than just transferring your worldly possessions to your heirs. In fact, a good estate plan should be effective even before you pass away. It can be difficult to imagine, but what would happen if you are unable to take care...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 17, 2019 | Estate Planning
Whatever your initial reaction to pet estate planning, we know that you adore your pet. In fact, statistics show that you feel even more strongly than that. In a recent poll, 9 out of 10 people said that their pet was considered a member of the family. But, have you...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 9, 2019 | Estate Planning
For many, your IRA is the largest asset in your estate. Yes, even larger than your home or your investments. Why? Because you worked hard to save for retirement. You have dutifully contributed to your IRA over the years knowing that, not only is your IRA your safety...
