21 Sep How can I give to charity after I die?
You can set up a trust that will give money to your favorite organizations. ...
20 Sep I’m executor and the heirs won’t sign off on a will. What now?
An executor has a duty to follow the wishes of the deceased....
14 Sep What should I do with credit cards if my spouse dies?
There are several steps to take with credit when someone dies. ...
13 Sep Will Medicaid take life insurance proceeds after I die?
Certain assets may be subject to Medicaid recovery after a death. ...
10 Sep How can I protect IRAs from nursing home bills?
If you're on Medicaid, there are strategies to protect certain assets. ...
10 Sep Will I owe inheritance tax on assets in a trust?
Trusts pay the highest tax rate....
06 Sep How can I ensure my property is split up correctly when I die?
Your will can dictate how your property will be distributed. ...
06 Sep What happens if someone refuses to pay the inheritance tax?
Executors are personally liable for the tax if they turn over any property before the tax is paid. ...
01 Sep If you write your own will, is it legal?
Under certain circumstances, you can write your own will. But should you?...
27 Aug Will an inheritance hurt my son’s financial aid for college?
Probably, but it will depend on how the funds are transferred to him....