Estate Planning

All throughout North Carolina, there are hundreds of worthy charities and organizations that could use financial assistance. Some of these organizations might be near and dear to your heart, and you may want to support them even after your passing. As part of an...

Choosing a responsible executor in a will is a critical element of estate planning. North Carolina testators may have a trusted friend or relative in mind for the job, but trustworthiness only sometimes translates into competence. For some, it might be better to...

It’s always been pretty common for young adults in North Carolina to delay planning their estates. However, a recent trend of older people skipping out on the will writing process is even more of a problem. People over the age of 70 are now a lot more likely to leave...

Assets remaining in your North Carolina estate will be transferred to beneficiaries after you die. A common strategy is to declare that your kids or grandkids get an equal share of your estate. You could also put assets into a trust that can be distributed in whatever...

People who are part of North Carolina families where there is a good deal of conflict may face some additional challenges when they create an estate plan. Whether there is just dysfunction that falls short of estrangement or family members are no longer speaking to...

If you're having a baby in North Carolina, you've probably been planning for this event by accumulating diapers, onesies and changing pads. However, preparing for the unexpected is critical in addition to these essentials. Using estate planning can help protect your...

People in North Carolina often establish trusts during the estate planning process. Trusts are legal entities that own and manage assets. One of the main advantages of a trust is that it protects a person or entity's valuable assets. However, there are instances when...

Choosing your executor in North Carolina takes careful consideration. Your executor performs legal tasks on your behalf following your death. This person can perform several activities, such as distributing your assets, selling your property, and accessing your...

One of the biggest worries people have in North Carolina when the market starts to plunge is what will happen to their savings. Correctly positioning your investments is important to avoid years of retirement savings going down the drain. Here are three things you can...

Grandparents in North Carolina can utilize tools in estate planning to provide for their grandchildren, ensuring the passage of their legacy in the future. The strategy for estate planning may include factors such as the age of the grandchildren, the size of the...