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Guide to Wills and Trusts in South Carolina
A widespread misconception is that estate planning is only for those with large estates. The reality is that any individual who wishes to protect their assets and secure their family’s future should have an estate plan. Estate planning vehicles like wills and trusts document your final wishes and instructions to ensure they are honored.…
Frequently Asked Questions About Wills & Trusts
Planning for the future can be overwhelming and intimidating, especially if you are unsure how to proceed. You want to get your legal and financial affairs in order for those you will leave behind, but where do you start? What do you need to know about estate planning today to take care of your loved…
The Pros and Cons of Trusts
Estate planning is an important legal process that creates a formal plan for what happens to your assets after your incapacity or passing. By creating a formal estate plan, you can protect your family from legal problems and unburden them from having to sort out your finances and assets if you cannot offer input. …
Everything You Need to Know About Estate Planning & Wealth Preservation
Estate planning is integral to wealth management to protect your assets and ensure your family’s financial security. It involves deciding how you want your properties to be managed and distributed in the event of your incapacitation or demise. While many people may think that estate planning and wealth preservation are only for the wealthy, everyone…
Top 10 Reasons To Get Going on an Estate Plan
Used synonymously with wealth preservation planning, estate planning involves anticipating the future and making arrangements regarding your assets that will take effect upon your passing. An estate plan typically consists of wills and trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning matters that can’t be included in the will. These legal documents are bound to…
Why Is a Power of Attorney Important?
Living in the moment is important, as is preparing for the future and its uncertainties. When the time comes when you are no longer able to handle your legal, medical, and financial matters, it’s best to have a plan in place to secure your affairs. Aging or unforeseen accidents can cause physical or mental incapacity.…
What Does an Estate Planning Lawyer Really Do?
Create directives for how you want your affairs and assets handled throughout your life and after you pass away. This is essential in preserving your legacy, however, many avoid preparing for unfortunate events like incapacity and death because of the discomfort that often comes with discussing such topics. Moreover, estate planning involves intricacies that discourage…
Estate Planning for Pets
During the pandemic, Americans adopted more pets than ever, particularly rescue dogs and cats. As many people are now able to work from home, the remote workplace has created the perfect opportunity to train a new pet and create a welcoming environment for their new family members. Pets have…
Top Questions to Ask a Probate Attorney
Top Questions to Ask a Probate Attorney The passing of a loved one is difficult to process, and the thought of putting their legal and financial affairs in order during this time can make things more overwhelming. However, understanding how probate works and finding a qualified Charleston probate attorney can ease the process and, ultimately,…