If you've recently taken on the job of being your someone's legal guardian, you're now responsible for helping that person out with his or her personal affairs. You've also probably been handed a stack of forms and instructions on how to keep the right records and make the right filings.
What are some important things for a legal guardian to know?
The difficult aspects of probate mediation
Mediation is always an option over litigation -- as long as both parties are willing to sit at the table. When a probate dispute arises after the death of a family member, it's often a good thing to consider mediation before heading to court.
What happens if you outlive your beneficiaries?
When you create a will or trust, your plans are clearly detailed. You want your assets to go to specific beneficiaries who may include your spouse, children or grandchildren. Usually, you don’t think that you will outlive your heirs. No one wants to outlive their heirs, but, sometimes, tragic life events happen.
ABLE accounts for individuals with disabilities
The Achieving a Better Life Experience Act, or ABLE, can help the families of the disabled plan for a better future.
Estate sale debacle leads to nightmare for homeowner
Everybody seems to love estate sales.