Your grandmother always said she would leave you a substantial inheritance. But then when the attorney read her Nevada will after she died, it failed to mention you. Instead, she left almost her entire estate to your cousin who had taken care of her the last year of...
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Understanding the duties of a trustee
People work hard to obtain their assets. It is only right that those individuals be able to delegate their assets as they desire. A proper estate plan can aid in accomplishing this, and a trust is a beneficial tool within the plan. A trustee is the party in charge of...
How to include a pet in an estate plan
People love their animals, which is why so many stories pop up of rich people who have passed away leaving behind millions of dollars to their dog or cat. Most people just want to make sure someone will look after their pet if they pass away. Typically, ownership of a...
Are you unhappy with the trust administration process?
When your loved one passes away, the trustee is responsible for administering the trust. This individual must adhere to the terms of the trust, communicate with beneficiaries and manage assets properly. Unfortunately, not ever trustee lives up to these expectations....
3 tips for being a good trustee
If you are responsible for managing and administering trust assets, you may be looking for advice. Taking on the role of trustee can be intimidating and confusing at times. Of course, you want to do your best to honor the creator of the trust and beneficiaries. Being...
What you need to know about arbitration clauses
Estate planning is necessary and important, but it is also sometimes a stressful endeavor when you are trying to ensure all your loved ones are cared for. Drafting a trust or will is the best way to provide financial protection to your family after you pass, but it is...
3 things you should know about amending your will
Establishing your will is an important part of estate planning. You want to ensure that your loved ones are cared for and your estate is properly managed when you pass, so creating a document with clear directions is the best way to do so. This is exactly what a will...
The most practical places to store your will
When you marry or have your first child, you need to start thinking about creating a will. You do not want to delay this process too much, and you can easily find an attorney in Las Vegas or Henderson to assist you. After you have finalized your will, it is time to...
Important aspects of the probate of an estate
Many individuals use wills to control the distribution of their estate after their passing. This makes the will a big part of the probate process for many estates. For individuals forming estate plans and beneficiaries, it is helpful to understand this process. In...
Can you make handwritten changes to a will?
Whether you have just married or just retired, it is never a bad time to write your will. It may be uncomfortable to think about your passing, but it will become even more uncomfortable for your surviving loved ones if no document is in place saying how to divide your...