On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Feb 26, 2020 | Estate Planning
As an executor of a North Carolina will, you have a lot of work ahead of you. Chances are at least a portion of the estate must go through probate. This time-consuming process can take months or years, depending on the size of the estate and previous court cases that...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Feb 6, 2020 | Estate Planning
If you are eager to donate part of your wealth to a cause you are passionate about, there are a number of ways you can give to a charitable organization. Not everyone donates to a cause in the same way. For instance, some people prefer to donate material property to a...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Jan 31, 2020 | Estate Planning
There are many moving parts to consider when planning your estate, but it is also important to make necessary provisions for yourself while you may still be alive. Americans are living longer than ever these days, which is a feat of medical science, but this means...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Jan 5, 2020 | Estate Planning
After the initial shock and/or sadness surrounding the death of your spouse begins to abate, you may begin to question how they wished to have their assets distributed. Typically those wishes are stipulated in a will, yet what if your spouse died without one? Many in...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Dec 26, 2019 | Estate Planning
The first part of any new year is a good time to revisit your existing estate plan. If you do not already have one in place, drafting a comprehensive will may be high on your resolution list. Either way, you should understand how North Carolina’s elective share rules...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Nov 18, 2019 | Estate Planning
When a family member has a mental illness, this can create many obstacles for them as well as all of their loved ones. People may have a lot of concerns about their well-being and their future, especially if they count on a close relative for support. Estate plans can...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Oct 30, 2019 | Estate Planning
When you plan a special needs trust, assuming you are not going to act as a trustee, choosing a trustee will be a crucial choice. However, your choice may not be an easy one since your trustee needs to have the best interests of your relative in mind. Fortunately, it...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Oct 4, 2019 | Estate Planning
How important is philanthropy to you? If you support causes now, then you may want to continue to support said causes, even after you pass away. Think about the charities and nonprofits that you support now. Will you leave behind a legacy? If you choose an estate...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Oct 4, 2019 | Estate Planning
When residents of North Carolina begin to form their estate plan, there are a lot of considerations. If you have a child with special needs, you may need to make him or her the priority when developing an estate plan. How can you know that your child receives the care...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Sep 30, 2019 | Estate Planning
Transferring wealth from your North Carolina estate to beneficiaries is far from simple, especially if you wish for it to continue through several generations. Legacy planning goes beyond simply drawing up a will. At Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP, we often provide...
