More people are now seeking out vacation rentals for longer stays and single-family living while traveling. A vacation property offers more space, privacy and easier social and physical distancing. If you’re planning to rent a property for your next vacation or an extended stay, keep in mind that your rights as a renter vary depending […]
When a loved one who was “financially comfortable” passes away, his or her family must deal with the emotional issues that come with the loss — as well as winding up the decedent’s financial affairs. Surviving family members are often unprepared for the tax issues that may arise when a loved one dies. Here’s some […]
The next-door neighbors convinced your aunt to sign over the deed to her house. Your stepfather’s long-lost son came to visit and walked away with a quitclaim deed to the family cottage. What do you do when you suspect someone did something “fishy” to get his or her name on a deed? A quitclaim deed […]
One of the most contentious issues in a divorce can be kids’ college education. For example, what percentage must each parent contribute? How will the college plan be funded? Will the parents be responsible for just tuition, or for room, board and expense, too? How much say will each parent have on the choice of […]
It’s very common for someone who’s getting divorced to think about moving to a different state. Maybe they live far away from their parents, friends and extended family and want to go somewhere with more support. Maybe they’ve gone “home” during a separation and decided to stay. or finally fell free to pursue their dream […]
Resist the urge to avoid naming a guardian as part of your estate plan simply because it’s not easy to imagine someone else raising your children. If you don’t you leave the guardianship of your children up to the courts if you pass away. Think about who, starting with your family members, would be the […]
“Do-it yourself” divorce apps and programs for preparing and processing forms have become more popular. While DIY divorce may turn out fine in some cases, it’s full of risk. If your divorce is simple (because it doesn’t involve kids, neither side is seeking alimony or support and you basically agree on how to split property) […]
A good estate strategy will ensure that your final wishes are carried out in the event of your death and your assets are transferred to your heirs in a tax efficient manner. Going through the process of answering the following questions will help you review and organize your financial information so that you are in […]
A good estate strategy will ensure that your final wishes are carried out in the event of your death and your assets are transferred to your heirs in a tax efficient manner. Here is a checklist to help you get started. 1. Do you have a Will? Your Will specifies who you want to inherit […]
A good estate strategy will ensure that your final wishes are carried out in the event of your death and your assets are transferred to your heirs in a tax efficient manner. What do you know about estate planning? Take this quiz and see: 1. Probate is: a. The legal document that must accompany any […]