A will is an important document that provides security and peace of mind, but the idea of creating one as a member of a younger family often gets overlooked. Exploring several compelling reasons why new families should create a will can help you make up your mind....
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Estate planning tips for blended families
When life changes, it is important to be thorough in updating your will and estate planning documents. In 2019, Pew Research reported that 45% of Americans believe that living arrangements "make no difference." This was up from 32% in 2010. Americans may therefore...
Factors to consider when naming a guardian
Writing a will is something that everyone would benefit from doing, even younger adults. One of the things that parents of minor children should include in their wills is who they wish to look after those children if they pass away while the children are young. If you...
Guide to estate planning for blended families
It is always a good idea to communicate your wishes in the event of your death or incapacitation by creating an estate plan. However, it becomes even more important when you are part of an extended family, i.e., you or your spouse has children from a previous...
Providing for a loved one with special needs
A special needs trust is a document intended to manage assets for a beneficiary without compromising government benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. There are two types of special needs trusts. The first-party trust holds money for someone’s...