Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are choosing to make their home offer more competitive by waiving their home inspection. But is this the right decision? What Does it Mean to Waive the Inspection Contingency? The inspection contingency is a standard part of...
Court Closure Extended to June 1, 2020
The courts are closed to the public until June 1, 2020, however, they are still conducting business including accepting and docketing new cases, scheduling telephonic hearings, administratively approving certain types of agreements and hearing emergency cases. The...
Is it wise to leave children unequal inheritances?
Your daughter runs her own company and brings home over $1 million per year. That's not even counting all of the value in her company itself. If she chose to sell, she would be set for life. Your son, on the other hand, desperately wants to make it as a painter. He...
Two primary benefits of a revocable living trust
Are you ready to tackle the estate planning process? Are you wrestling with the idea of whether it's better to create a revocable living trust or a will? Since no two people face the same circumstances, there is no single right answer for what type of estate planning...
A special needs trust can protect an autistic or disabled child
Most people with young children understand the importance of planning for their care in the event of death or incapacitation. For many families, a life insurance policy and carefully crafted will may be enough to protect the children and ensure they have care and...
3 benefits of choosing a revocable trust
A revocable trust has many benefits over a will. Even if you choose to have a will along with a trust, the trust still gives you additional protections that help keep your estate safe. Revocable trusts give you more control over the future of your estate. You can make...
Categories to think about when planning your estate
It is all too easy to think about your estate plan as just creating a will and letting it be. There is much more to getting the estate plan together than just naming off your heirs and what they are going to get. There are few things that your estate plan has to...
These are some of the most common estate planning mistakes
When it comes to estate planning, there are things you need to do and things you need to avoid. It's important that you become familiar with the most common estate planning mistakes, as this can put you in a better position to make informed decisions in the future....
Things you need to know about a special needs trust
Are you concerned about what will happen to a loved one with a disability after you pass on? If so, one of the best things you can do is create a special needs trust. This may not put your mind entirely at ease, but it will go a long way in helping you feel better...