When someone dies in Virginia, probate refers to proving the validity of the decedent's will. Once the court validates it, formal administration refers to the appointment of an executor, management of the estate and transfer of assets to the beneficiaries. The...
Year: 2023
When should you update your estate plan?
Having a solid estate plan is very important, but it is just as important to review your estate plan regularly to make sure that it meets your current wishes. In addition to reviewing your plan every three to five years, you should also review and update your plan...
Should you involve your adult children in your estate planning?
More and more parents are making the choice to involve their adult children in their estate planning to ensure that their wishes are respected and that their children understand their desires. Benefits of involving your children Involving adult children in your estate...
Estate planning strategies to help your family avoid stress and conflict
When you are starting the process of estate planning, give some consideration to what you can do to make the probate process easier for your loved ones to navigate. A few strategic preparations could eliminate a lot of potential stress, uncertainty, and contention....
Why is an estate plan necessary if you do not have kids?
When some Virginia residents make estate plans, they do so as a means through which to leave a legacy behind for their children. However, this is not the only argument for creating an estate plan. On the contrary, there are many different benefits that come with...
The revocation of wills in Virginia
Sound estate planning helps you and your family successfully navigate some of the legal challenges that arise now and then. A will establishes your desire to pass on property to certain heirs and to make your wishes known in many circumstances. You might sometimes...
What goes into the costs of a Virgnia funeral?
One avenue of estate planning that many families do not have at the top of their priorities is the cost of a future funeral. You and your loved ones may insist on talking about inheritances and powers of attorney. However, planning for these costs have a number of...
Tips for choosing the right trustee
When people create trusts, they must appoint trustees to own and manage the assets in the trusts. Grantors must consider the capabilities of the appointees and the legal responsibilities required of trustees when deciding who to appoint. The following tips may help...
What do estate executors do?
When choosing an executor for your estate, you may want to default to someone you know well. After all, your relationship with your executor is undeniably important. However, is it the most important part when it comes to picking an executor? Surprisingly, that is not...
What is a medical power of attorney?
An injury or illness can result in mental incapacitation. A medical power of attorney is a legal document that gives someone else authority to make health care decisions for you if you are unable to make them yourself. A medical power of attorney can be an important...