In my regularly updated blog, I discuss topics such as why everyone needs an estate plan regardless of income, what happens when someone passes away without a plan in place, what common mistakes people make, and why your plan should be updated regularly. Review these posts to familiarize yourself with the basics of estate planning, then contact me to schedule a complimentary Legal Strategy Session.
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Maximizing Your Estate Plan with Designated BeneficiariesUsing designated beneficiaries as part of your estate plan helps simplify the probate process.
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Creating Your Path: Living Wills with Clarity and ConfidenceA living will is an important document in your estate plan, but you need to be sure that you understand it before you blindly sign on the dotted line.
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The Importance of Healthcare Powers of AttorneyA healthcare power of attorney is vital to make sure the right people are making medical decisions if you are unable to speak for yourself.
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Inheriting Property with Siblings: What Happens When One of Us Dies?Discover key considerations when siblings inherit property together. Learn about Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship, Tenancy-In-Common, and the importance of estate planning to avoid disputes and ensure a smooth transition of ownership.
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Understanding Powers of AttorneyWhy powers of attorney are essential to estate planning and how they ensure your wishes are respected during your lifetime.
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Adding Your Trust to Your Homeowner's Insurance Policy: What You Need to KnowIf you've moved your home into your trust, it's important to make sure your insurance policy is also updated.
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Who Inherits When There is no Will in Minnesota?It's called dying intestate, and it's important to understand what happens when you pass away without a will in Minnesota.
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Minnesota’s New Law on Transfer on Death Deeds and Insurance CoverageMinnesota recently passed a new law regarding Transfer on Death Deeds and Insurance Coverage.
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Is a Handwritten Will Valid in Minnesota?Before you do a handwritten will in Minnesota, it's important to understand the issues that it may cause.
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Understanding the Personal Property Memorandum in your Minnesota Estate PlanIn Minnesota, it's important to understand how a Personal Property Memorandum works with your estate plan.
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What is the Purpose of a Codicil?If you're looking to make a change to your will, it's important to understand what a codicil is and how it is used.
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Can You Have a Trust Without a Will?Although both documents are part of an estate plan, can you have a trust without a will? You can, but you need to consider whether that's a good idea first.