Retirement planning isn’t just about saving for the future—it’s about ensuring that your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.
For all couples, conventional or not, planning is important. For unconventional couples, it is essential and a basic ingredient of a loving relationship.
Managing out-of-state property in probate often requires ancillary probate, which can add complexity and cost. However, using the right strategies to avoid ancillary probate can prevent these issues.
Otherwise, assets will be distributed based on your state’s intestacy laws—which could mean they go to distant relatives or, much more rarely, the government itself.
Navigating the complexities of blended families requires careful consideration of both emotional dynamics and legal rights to ensure that everyone's interests are protected.
Piecemeal estate planning, where wills, trusts, insurance policies and other instruments are created in isolation, often leads to conflicts and inefficiencies.
