For non-citizens, forming an LLC in the United States can be an excellent way to purchase property. However, there are certain limitations to consider before taking the plunge. See below for some basic information about forming an LLC to purchase property as a...
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Can my partner be my beneficiary if we are unmarried?
It is common in the country for unmarried couples to cohabitate. In 2016, there were around 18 million cohabiting unmarried couples in the United States. As more couples adopt this living arrangement, it raises the issue of whether a partner can be your estate's...
Contesting a will on the basis of undue influence
When someone in New York drafts a will and then passes away, there are certain grounds under which someone might challenge the will’s contents. “Undue influence” is a legal concept that someone people cite when challenging a will, which, in simple terms, means someone...
Can you name a foreign beneficiary for your trust?
Estate planning is complex when dealing with family members living outside the United States. An individual cannot leave their financial affairs until the last minute, as the tax codes and estate planning laws vary across the globe. Ignoring key planning...
Is a family member the best choice for executor?
When choosing an executor for your estate, you may lean toward a family member above all else. After all, who knows you better than your family? Unfortunately, a familiarity with you is not the only skill that an executor needs, though. In fact, your executor needs a...
Looking for blind spots in your estate plan?
An estate plan involves many different parts, such as advanced medical directives, establishing power of attorney, creating a will and more. Due to the many moving parts, it is easy to accidentally overlook certain aspects of an estate plan. What sort of oversights...
FAQs about estate administrators
Estate administration can be complex. Here is some information on estate administrators. Specifically, here is who can be one and what they do. Must the administrator be a legal representative? The administrator does not have to be a legal representative. However, the...
Why should you look into long-term care facilities early?
As most people age, they have a greater need for more involved care. Of course, the exact level of care needed differs from person to person. However, many will eventually want to look into options for long-term care facilities. What indicates a good care facility?...
Important considerations when becoming an estate executor
If friends and family see you as competent and honest, they could reach out to you to serve as an executor of an estate. While this position has a certain level of prestige, you should carefully consider all aspects of the job. Depending on the situation, you might...