Estate planning is more than just managing finances; it’s about ensuring your loved ones are taken care of and your wishes are honored. One of the most effective tools for simplifying the process and protecting your family after your passing is a trust. Specifically, a trust can help you avoid...
Can I Sell a Home in an Irrevocable Trust in New York?
Estate planning brings countless questions, especially when it comes to protecting your most valuable asset—your home. For families on Long Island considering irrevocable trusts, one common concern is, “Can I sell a home that’s part of an irrevocable trust in New York?” The short answer is yes, but the process...
A Fresh Start: Fulfilling Your New Year’s Resolutions with Estate Planning
As the New Year unfolds, many of us are eager to embark on a journey of self-improvement and positive change. While resolutions often focus on personal development and well-being, there's one crucial aspect that is often overlooked – estate planning. This year, consider taking a bold step towards securing your...
7 Essential Tips for Choosing Your Estate Planning Attorney
Estate planning is the thoughtful and strategic process of arranging and managing one's assets, properties, and affairs to ensure that their wishes are carried out both during their lifetime and after their passing. Estate planning goes beyond merely creating a will; it can also encompass establishing trusts, designating beneficiaries, appointing guardians...
Taking a Look at Princess Diana’s Last Will and Testament
Princess Diana stood not just as a passionate advocate but as one of her generation's most revered and cherished figures. The unexpected passing of the Princess of Wales on August 31, 1997, brought profound grief to the world. In the wake of her sudden passing, many questions regarding the existence...
3 Legal Documents You Need When Your Child Goes to College
College Move In Day is upon us! It’s an exciting time for incoming freshmen - and quite possibly a tear-filled time for parents as they watch their babies ‘leave the nest’. For those parents of new or soon-to-be 18-year-olds who are entering their first year of college, you’ll have more...
Estate Planning for Special Needs Children: Ensuring a Lifetime of Care & Support
Parents of special needs children face unique challenges when it comes to planning for their child's future. Estate planning plays a vital role in ensuring the ongoing care, financial security, and quality of life for your special needs child. In this article, we will explore the key considerations and strategies...
Is it Time to Review Your Estate Plan?
Completing, reviewing, and updating estate planning documents is often that item that gets pushed to the bottom of a very long to-do list. Whether you have not yet created your documents or you have your documents complete and set them aside, it is important to know when updates need to...
How to Get Paid While Taking Care of a Family Member in New York
As our loved ones age and need additional assistance, we often do our best to assist in their regular care needs. However, many New York residents struggle mentally and financially while caring for their family members. To provide support for both the individual receiving care and the caregiver, an alternative...
How to Add Your Vacation Home to Your Estate Plan
The treasured memories built within the walls of your vacation home are priceless and preserve the essence of your family and life. While you may only visit the property on special occasions, holidays, and weekends, ensuring the home stays in the family is vital in upholding long-lasting traditions. Estate planning...