by Susan Grissom | Oct 15, 2024 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
When you visit a hospital, especially for surgery or a serious medical condition, one of the common questions you may encounter is, “Do you have an advance directive?” While this question might seem routine, it carries significant importance for both the...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 8, 2024 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate, Special Needs Trust, Wills & Trust
Estate planning is an important part of managing your financial future and ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. However, the process can be complex, and many people are unsure if they need professional assistance. Here are some signs...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 1, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
When dealing with the complexities of inheritance law, many individuals have questions about what happens to an estate when someone passes away without a Will, especially concerning siblings. Sibling inheritance law addresses the rights of brothers and sisters to...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 17, 2024 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
Having to create an estate plan for a blended family can be complicated, especially when you want to ensure that your assets stay within your side of the family. If you don’t have any children, but your spouse does, and you wish to leave your estate to your...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 10, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
As an executor of an estate, you have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries and manage the estate’s assets according to the decedent’s wishes and legal requirements. However, accusations of estate mismanagement can arise, even...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 3, 2024 | Estate Planning
As 2026 approaches, significant changes to the federal estate tax laws are on the horizon, potentially impacting your estate planning strategies. These changes necessitate a review of your current plan to ensure it remains effective and aligns with the new...
