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How can we see if there was a will and if it’s worth pursuing?
Your legacy is what you leave behind: What people will remember about you and receive from your life? Legacy planning is about fostering your relationships and passing on what is most important to you for your loved ones.
There are continuing misconceptions regarding what powers are held by a personal representative and when he can exercise them.
Most states recognize inheritances as separate property, and many experts say keeping them separate is often the best approach.
No one has to accept inherited assets. Inherited assets can be disclaimed.
Some states are great to live in, but not so great to die in.
The period leading up to and shortly after losing a close relative is often one of the most emotionally demanding times that we, as humans, experience.
One problem that frequently stems from the inheritance process is fractured relationships between siblings. Unfortunately, the common denominator in many of these situations is the parents’ estate plan.
So, you’ve decided that a family member won’t be getting an inheritance after all. Maybe you have an ungrateful or irresponsible family member you want to cut out of the will.
By discussing finances with your children early and often you can set them—and future generations—up for success, when it’s time to receive the wealth you’ve accrued.