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Trust Funding: A Checklist for Funding Your Trust
If you have created a trust or are considering doing so, you will need to know how to fund your trust once it exists. A trust only works if it owns your assets instead of you, and you will have to go through the process of putting all your assets into the trust once...
Aging and Dementia: 4 Legal Tips for Family Caregivers
We know taking on the role of caregiver for a loved one is complicated and overwhelming. If you are a family caregiver, you have our support and respect as you navigate the many challenges that you face, and we commend you taking on the responsibility. There is no...
How to Plan Your Estate When You Have No Children
If estate planning is primarily about passing on your assets, how do you do so when you do not have children or other direct heirs? Do you even need to plan your estate when you have no children? Estate planning is crucial for everyone, regardless of their...
Probating Wills: Common Questions about Probate
Probating a will can feel like a daunting task. Here are answers to the most commonly asked questions about probating wills, specifically in Virginia and West Virginia: How does probate work? Probate is the process by which the circuit court which confirms the...
10 Steps to Take When a Loved Ones Dies
If you have recently lost a family member or friend, we are so sorry for your loss. Regardless of your relationship with the deceased, we know that the death of a loved one is complicated and emotionally heavy and understand that you are likely grieving and...
Why You Should Start Estate Planning in Your Early 20s
When you are in your 20s, particularly your early 20s, estate planning may not seem like a pressing issue for you. You likely have not built up many assets or are just beginning to. However, contrary to popular belief, estate planning is important for anyone over the...
7 Documents that are Essential to Your Estate Plan
How to Start Estate Planning As you begin your estate planning process, keep in mind that an estate plan is not a stand-alone document such as a will or trust. It is a combination of documents and plans you put in place according to your state laws to deal with your...
Understanding Our Four Step Process to Estate Planning
Estate planning is the process of preparing a legal plan for your incapacity and death, and it is crucial for anyone who want to care for themselves, their loved ones, and their assets at the end of the life.
5 Reasons to Create Your End-of-Life Plan
Many people think an end-of-life plan is only for aging or terminally ill adults, but this is not the case.