All posts by Tom Lofton
The Rise of Popularity of “Green Burials” Shouldn’t be Surprising
Some people would prefer to forgo traditional funeral options, in favor of more environmentally friendly ones…and now there are several options.
Continue reading7 Important Reasons Why You Need A Will and Estate Plan
Many people think that they do not have a need for a will. Often times they are surprised that they really do need a will in place to do what it is they truly want.
Continue readingWills and Estate Plans Need Regular Updating to Deliver Your Wishes
If you created a will over a decade ago, you should probably go to an estate planning attorney again and get it updated.
Continue readingWhen You’re Gone…Your Estate Should be Easy
One of the most important things that you can do for your family, is to create an estate plan that makes things as easy as possible for them to manage after you pass away.
Continue readingWhat are the Best Ways to Handle Estranged Children?
Sometimes parents and children become estranged and no longer stay in contact. How these children should be handled in the parents’ estate plans depends on the situation and state laws.
Continue readingHow to Effectively Provide “Long Distance” Elder Care
Family members who live far away can still effectively assist in providing care for elderly relatives in need of help.
Continue readingHow to Avoid Having Your Real Estate Go through Probate
For many people, their real estate has to go through the probate process after they pass away. This doesn’t have to be the case when careful planning takes place before they die.
Continue readingWhat Options Do You Have When Inheriting an IRA?
Deciding who should inherit your retirement account is an important part of estate planning…and for your loved ones. You have several options available beyond the obvious.
Continue readingThe Challenge of Digital Wills
Many legal documents can now be digitally created, signed and stored. Up to now, Wills have been excluded…but are they next? Before this could happen, there are some roadblocks that would need to be worked out.
Continue readingFirst String or Second String…They should all be good
Being a member of the Wealth Counsel organization gives me access to the first string across the country, and recently one of these colleagues addressed what is a concern for many of my clients. So I’m passing along his thoughts. I think you will find them, as I did, to be very relevant and helpful. […]
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