There are many components to think about when you are creating your estate plan. One of these is trusts, which help you to transfer assets to your loved ones without them having to use the will and probate court to get this done. If you decide that you are going to...
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Talk to your family about your estate plan
On Behalf of Bassett Law Office PC | Sep 25, 2019 | Uncategorized
Having an estate plan is a must for all adults, but some might not discuss the contents of the plan with anyone. This can leave your loved ones confused and wondering what you were thinking when you created the plan. A better option is to have at least a brief...
Why do I need a health care power of attorney?
On Behalf of Bassett Law Office PC | Jun 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
So you drafted your will and funded a small trust for the grandkids' college expenses. You are relieved that your estate planning duties are now complete. But not so fast! You forgot one very important document.No estate plan is complete without a signed heath care...
Adults over 50 should have medical care plans in place
On Behalf of Bassett Law Office PC | Mar 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
Around 45 percent of people who are 55 or older don't have an estate plan in place. This puts their family members in a precarious position because they might not know what their loved one wants. Instead of leaving their final days and the disposition of their assets...
3 reasons to work with an estate-planning attorney
On Behalf of Bassett Law Office PC | Dec 31, 2018 | Uncategorized
You have probably heard that it is possible to plan your own estate using will kits or other do-it-yourself techniques. The truth is that it is possible to establish your estate and to maintain it that way, but the likelihood is that there will be mistakes and that...
The majority of Americans don’t even have a will
On Behalf of Bassett Law Office PC | Sep 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
A will is the most basic part of any estate plan. It forms the foundation of that plan, dividing assets and leaving them to specific heirs. It should, theoretically, get coupled with things like a legal power of attorney, an advance directive and a medical power of...
If you have children, you need to consider estate planning now
On Behalf of Bassett Law Office PC | Jul 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
Far too many people put off estate planning until they have to confront a reminder of their own mortality. Whether it is the death of a parent or a major medical event, it can take dramatic life experiences to inspire most people to plan for the end of their life....
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