No one knows exactly what the future might hold, which makes it difficult to plan ahead for every conceivable outcome. That said, everyone is aware that many people will require some type of long-term care as they age. Despite understanding the high probability that...
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Estate planning law change could prompt review of plan
Many Philadelphia residents have worked hard to create plans for their estates that meet their specific financial goals. That is a major accomplishment and should bring about a sense of comfort in knowing that these important matters have been taken care of. Over...
Prince’s presumed heirs in court just days after his death
Virtually no Philadelphia resident is unaware of the life and career of mega-star Prince. The musician recently passed away, and it appears that he may have had no estate plan in place to outline his wishes. His siblings (who are also his likely heirs) have filed...
Estate planning for second and later marriages
Any time that a Philadelphia resident goes through a significant life event, there is a need to revise his or her existing estate plan. This is especially true when a second or subsequent marriage takes place. A new union not only creates new family ties, but it also...
Estate planning can protect an individual’s social legacy
Not everyone approaches estate planning with the focus of passing down accumulated wealth to their children and grandchildren. In many cases, Philadelphia residents have spent a lifetime building their business or creating a body of creative work, and wish to preserve...
One way to help avoid an inheritance dispute
For many Philadelphia families, estate planning is a complicated affair. Often, parents wish to divide their savings and assets between their surviving children, but that division is not always equal. Passing along an unbalanced inheritance can cause a great deal of...
What to look for in an estate planning attorney
Some Philadelphia residents require the services of an estate planning attorney in order to create their wills or to structure a trust. Others need to find an attorney to initiate or defend against probate litigation. In order to make the best possible choice, it is...
Consider the “estate” in estate planning
When some Philadelphia residents hear the word "estate," they may think about a mansion set in an expanse of green lawn, perhaps surrounded by grazing horses and with an large gate at the end of a winding drive. In reality, the word simply means the...
Baby Boomers may have unique estate planning needs
As the American population continues to age, individuals from the Baby Boomer generation are nearing or entering retirement. Boomers may have specific estate planning needs that are going unnoticed. A recent article takes a look at the unique scenario facing millions...
Providing guidance for an estate administrator gathering assets
Once a Philadelphia resident has completed his or her estate plan, a deep sense of satisfaction often follows. Knowing that the proper provisions have been made for those who will be left behind is very soothing to many people and checks off an important item off of...

