Survivorship is not a topic that gets discussed much around the dinner table. In fact, people who have not had to deal first-hand with survivorship rights have often never even heard the term before. However, the concept is extremely important and can affect people in various circumstances. It is important […]
Trustees have a variety of obligations, and sometimes their duties are more complex than others, depending on the type of trust they are administering. However, one set of duties that remains the same is a trustee’s fiduciary duties. As the name implies, trustees are put in a position of extreme […]
Marriage rates may be declining, but that does not mean that the number of couples living together in committed relationships is decreasing in any way. Many people see no need to go through the formalities of marriage. Others are prevented from marrying their partner due to financial or legal complications. […]
It may seem like the perfect solution for those who own their homes but struggle to meet the ever-increasing cost of daily living. The commercials on TV promise that a reverse mortgage allows you to use the value built up in your home to enjoy life. Everyone looks so happy […]
Clients often feel a great sense of relief after creating a will, living trust, power of attorney or other estate planning documents. Knowing they have taken the right steps to protect themselves and their loved ones provides great peace of mind. However, that peace of mind should come with an […]