When and why do you need to do a trust review?
When and why do you need to do a trust review? Life changes, and laws change too. The great trust created two decades ago may not be a good idea...
What services does an Elder Law Attorney provide?
WAGM’s recent article entitled “A Closer Look at Elder Law” takes a look at some of the finer points of estate planning and the services an elder...Avoid probate- Limitations of a Will
Having a will doesn’t avoid probate, the court-directed process of validating a will and confirming the executor. To avoid probate, an estate...
Mistakes made in Wealth Transfer
What kind of mistakes can be made in wealth transfers? When it comes time to transfer what we’ve work so hard to accumulate, what things can we do...
Use of a Corporate Trustee
Is use of a corporate trustee right for your estate? When you work with an experienced estate planning attorney to create a revocable living...
Your Home May Be Your Largest Asset or Biggest Liability
Is your home the largest asset of your estate? If you’re a homeowner who’s ready to retire, you’ve most likely worked to pay off the...
Elder Financial Abuse Can Be Prevented
Elder financial abuse is always upsetting, but it’s even worse when a parent is in a long-term care facility and adult children aren’t there to...
Debt collection of the deceased
After the loss of a spouse, before doing anything, take a sec to catch your breath and make sure you understand your rights and responsibilities...