While many couples who pursue estate planning are married, many long-term couples who are not legally bound by marriage want to plan for their future needs. Although the percentage of long-term unmarried couples is increasing in the population, the law… Read More
Archive for the ‘Estate Planning’ Category
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Don’t Forget About These Essential Estate Planning Documents
Beyond the most well-known documents like your will, or trusts, there are several more that can do a lot to build a strong estate plan. When you work with The Millman Law Group, your lawyer will help you draw up… Read More
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Why Trusts Are Beneficial for All Estate Sizes
Many people who are first exploring the estate planning process believe that trusts are only for those with a large estate and many assets. While a trust can benefit large estates, the truth is that trusts are beneficial for all… Read More
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6 Causes of Probate Disputes and How to Avoid Them
When a loved one passes away, they leave behind an estate that must be managed and administered to heirs. The first thing to do is move through the probate process. Probate is the legal process in which the deceased’s estate… Read More
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How to Use Special Needs Trusts
Estate planning is crucial for every parent eager to provide for their children in the future. However, parents of children with special needs may be even more concerned about how they can best provide for their child in a number… Read More
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The Importance of Tax Planning for Your Estate
As you start estate planning and deciding how to transfer the assets you’ve accumulated in your lifetime, it’s essential to remember how estate taxes may come into play. Taxes can reduce the size of your estate and disrupt the plans… Read More
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The Advantages of Using a Professional Trustee
Adding trusts to your estate plan can protect your assets and prevent complicated probate procedures. When you incorporate a trust into your estate plan, you must appoint a trustee to administer and manage the trust. While many people first consider… Read More
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Estate Planning Services For Every Life Event
If you have an estate plan in place, you know how important estate planning is. An estate plan is crucial for protecting your assets throughout your lifetime and ensuring financial security for your family when you pass away. However, putting… Read More
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Mistakes to Avoid During Trust Administration
Trusts are popular additions to many estate plans. Trusts can often be used instead of or in addition to a will to distribute assets and wealth efficiently. When a trust is used, the creator of that trust is required to… Read More
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What Happens When You Die Without a Will in Florida?
One of the reasons many people draw up a will is that they start to worry about what will happen if they die without one. If you die without a will, or “intestate,” in Florida, the state essentially has an… Read More