When thinking about how to best pass on a lifetime of accumulated assets, many Pennsylvania residents consider taking shortcuts to make things easier for their children or grandchildren to inherit property or wealth. In many cases, however, these shortcuts can result...
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Estate planning for Pennsylvania equestrians
Horse lovers throughout the state of Pennsylvania know how important it is to ensure that their animals are properly cared for. That task is a major commitment and can go on for many years. Few equestrians, however, think about what would happen to their horses in the...
The role of residency in estate planning efforts
When a Philadelphia resident is making provisions for his or her estate plan, residency is not often part of the conversation. In reality, however, where a person establishes residency can have a great deal of impact on how his or her estate planning efforts will play...
Can estate administration be simplified by online storage?
In today's increasingly wired world, there seems to be a app or software program for everything. In terms of estate planning, there are multiple companies that offer to store documents online, which can assist loved ones when the time comes to handle estate...
Life insurance trusts can be critical for special needs children
Families with special needs children are aware of the extra care and consideration that their children require. When the time comes to consider estate planning, families need to focus on structuring a plan that will ensure that the special needs child will be cared...
Pennsylvania estate planning terminology can be confusing
Some Pennsylvanians may procrastinate concerning their estate plans because of a lack of understanding of the documentation and the applicable terminology. There may be misconceptions that are holding people back. Consulting with an attorney may provide answers and...
Inheritance dispute over billionaire’s estate
Most people in the Philadelphia area want to leave some sort of legacy behind them when they pass away. In some cases, their legacy could be in the form of an inheritance left to loved ones. Unfortunately, if proper documents are not in place, an inheritance dispute...
Wills are the best way to protect a surviving spouse
One of the most common choices that married couples make in regard to planning their estate is for each spouse to leave all assets to the other. Many couples feel that they have spent a lifetime working to build a base of assets and create financial stability, and...
A shared goal within estate planning and prenuptial agreements
When a Philadelphia resident has amassed a considerable amount of wealth, handing those assets down to children and grandchildren is a source of pride. No one wants to envision a scenario in which an heir loses access to a chunk of his or her inheritance, but that is...
Baby Boomers and durable powers of attorney
As the Baby Boomer generation enters retirement, these Americans will have a unique set of needs when it comes to estate planning. Many Boomers in Philadelphia have already set up their estate planning packages, but they may not be reviewing and revising those...

