by Nicole Sheehey | Feb 17, 2025 | Real Estate
52% of Americans have a life insurance policy! That’s pretty impressive. So for the approximately 179.4 million people who have a life insurance policy, how does their policy play into their estate plan? It’s a great supplement to covering immediate costs, covering...
by Nicole Sheehey | Feb 4, 2025 | Real Estate
If you’ve ever heard the term “estate planning” you may be thinking that it sounds like something for people sipping tea off of imported fine china (a.k.a., the wealthiest of wealthy) and something that would never apply to you. But don’t skip over this important...
by Alysse Eberhardt, Esq. | Jul 26, 2024 | Real Estate
With the rise of DIY online estate planning tools, it may seem like hiring an estate planning attorney is a thing of the past. However, some folks still may need to hire an estate planning attorney for several different reasons, such as a complex asset structure. Some...
by Alysse Eberhardt, Esq. | Jul 25, 2024 | Real Estate
Planning for what happens after we’re gone isn’t exactly a fun topic of conversation. It’s essentially trying to navigate through a maze of paperwork, legal jargon, and tough decisions—all while contemplating your mortality. Many of us put off...
by Alysse Eberhardt, Esq. | Jul 10, 2024 | Finances, Real Estate
As of 2015, about 16% of Americans were living in a blended family. (That’s about 54 million people!). From The Brady Bunch to Modern Family, the concept of blended families is certainly nothing new. Navigating estate planning can be complex for any family, but...
by Alysse Eberhardt, Esq. | Jul 5, 2024 | Real Estate
Benjamin Franklin famously said that there are only two things that are certain in life: death and taxes. Understandably, most people tend to avoid thinking about what will happen when they pass away. After all, it’s not the most cheery topic. But, if you’ve...
