North Carolina does not impose an estate tax at the state level. But you will need to plan ahead for estate taxes from the federal government. The good news is…
If your estate includes special needs planning for a child who will require lifelong care, you may consider including a letter of intent. This letter is not a legal requirement,…
You worked hard to create a legacy to leave behind to your children, and you may worry about what happens to what you leave your child if he or she…
If you are in your second marriage, you might feel torn between leaving your estate to your current spouse and providing for your children from a previous marriage. In addition,…
If you have not yet created an estate plan, you certainly are not alone. In fact, according to reporting from CNBC, roughly two-thirds of Americans are in the same boat.…
Giving Tuesday, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. Whether you intend to make a one-time gift on Giving Tuesday or to leave a charity a substantial sum in your…
When trying to choose an executor for your estate plan, it is likely that you will think of family members before anyone else. After all, you are likely closest to…
The prioritization of estate plan reviews is a crucial part of the process. After all, reviewing the entire estate plan every three years is a monumental task, and many people…
Creating a solid estate plan is a worthy endeavor, no matter your life stage. Estate planning does more than allocate your assets after you pass. It allows you to establish…
Many people are likely familiar with the trope of families fighting over a deceased relative’s estate or will. Unfortunately, this actually happens in real life and can result in the…