by Brian Douglas | Jun 8, 2017 | Estate Planning
As the norms change socially and the cultural pressure diminishes, many couples decide on remaining unmarried even if the plan on living together for a long period of their lives, sometimes forever. Estate planning is one of the most important for such couples who...
by Brian Douglas | Jun 1, 2017 | Estate Planning, Uncategorized
An estate plan is not something that is written and never reviewed again. A will is a living, breathing document. Life does not stop simply because someone has signed on the dotted line. Life happens, and as changes occur in one’s life, an estate plan may need to be...
by Brian Douglas | May 18, 2017 | Estate Planning
An estate plan includes much more than a will or trust. In fact, to be set up for success and to protect the interests of loved ones, an estate plan needs to include much more. It includes a financial power of attorney and healthcare directive (or living will) at...
by Brian Douglas | May 2, 2017 | Estate Planning
An estate plan includes several different documents: a will or trust, power of attorney, healthcare power of attorney or living will. However, a funeral plan should also be a part of that equation, whether through a separate declaration or within a will. Why Is It...
by Brian Douglas | Apr 19, 2017 | Estate Planning, Uncategorized
One of the toughest decisions parents can face when putting together an estate plan is deciding who would take care of their children if something should happen to either or both parents. No one really wants to think about the possibility of leaving their children...
by Brian Douglas | Apr 6, 2017 | Estate Planning
Your personal representative is the person you choose to essentially “close up” your estate. This position is synonymous with the term executor. He or she is the individual responsible for collecting all your assets, lining up all of your debts, and ensuring...
