A part of planning your estate is choosing a person, perhaps a family member, to be the executor of your estate following your death. Whoever will be your executor will receive an appointment from a New York court. However, your beneficiaries must have their say...
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The Basics of Estate Planning
For many people, the term estate planning refers to a somewhat vague concept that deals with individuals who have great wealth. In reality, though, estate planning benefits nearly all families and refers to the precise legal administration of a person's assets in life...
Who are some common estate plan participants?
An estate plan can help you prepare your affairs and give you a place to provide instructions for your surviving family members. Seeing that your plan unfolds the way you intend will require some help. Carefully selecting your estate plan participants can give you...
Tips for preventing family disputes during estate planning
Putting together your estate plan can help you protect your interests and make your wishes known regarding your assets. But many people have yet to take this important life step. According to a survey conducted by Caring.com, only 4 out of 10 people in the U.S. have...
How can you avoid common estate planning mistakes?
Regardless of your age or financial status, you must have a solid, legally binding estate plan in place. According to Kiplinger, it is equally important to avoid certain estate planning mistakes when making decisions. Keep in mind, your estate plan not only protects...
Can you contest a living will?
Planning for end-of-life care and emergency medical procedures can be difficult. After all, when a person is healthy, serious illnesses and injuries can seem like abstract concepts. Still, creating a living will is one of the more effective ways to maintain control...
How can I avoid common estate planning mistakes?
Having a comprehensive estate plan is crucial. Wills and other estate planning tools ensure your heirs receive your assets after you are gone. They can also help you minimize taxes when developed strategically. While it is crucial that you have an estate plan in...
Is it time to review your estate plan?
Creating your estate plan is just the first part of having a healthy and comprehensive end-of-life structure. Your life constantly changes. Thus, you want your estate plan to reflect this. This means reviewing your plan somewhat frequently. But just how often should...
What should you focus on first in an estate plan review?
Creating your estate plan often feels like an enormous task in and of itself. The idea of going back and combing through it every so often is likely not appealing to you in any way. Unfortunately, this is a necessity and for the benefit of your loved ones. But is...
What is ancillary probate in New York?
If your family member lives out of state or in another country but owns real estate in New York, his or her estate may require ancillary probate. With this process, the distribution of real estate assets falls under the laws of the state of location rather than the...