On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Jan 3, 2020 | Estate Planning
One of the reasons why many people forgo creating an estate plan is because they buy into the misconception that estate plans are only for the wealthy. The reality is that anyone in New Jersey, regardless of wealth, should have at least a simple plan in place. Your...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Jan 3, 2020 | Estate Planning
We recently took a look at whether simple wills are right for certain New Jersey residents. Today, we will look at the other side. When should you avoid going for a simple will? Are there any situations in which these wills just will not work out for you? Simple...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Sep 30, 2019 | Estate Planning
Did you hurry to finalize your divorce in 2018 so that the old tax laws would apply to you? If so, you are not alone. Given the negative impact that the new tax laws have on both the recipient and the payor of spousal support, many couples took the steps necessary to...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Sep 16, 2019 | Estate Planning, Firm News
When you set up a trust fund in New Jersey, it gives you an opportunity to pass down valuable assets to your beneficiaries. Trust funds are an estate planning vehicle that can help you manage your assets and avoid certain estate taxes down the road. There are...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Aug 28, 2019 | Estate Planning, Uncategorized
Your New Jersey estate plan is very personal. You get to dictate what happens with your assets after you die in the way you want. However, there are laws regarding estates to keep things fair and ensure security. There are certain things you can and cannot do. There...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Aug 12, 2019 | Estate Planning, Simple Wills, Uncategorized
A will is a very important document, as it tells your loved ones exactly what you wish to become of your New Jersey property and assets in the event of your death. However, while a will is meant to detail your wishes, there are certain types of property you either...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Jun 26, 2019 | Estate Planning, Uncategorized
Estate planning is important for many families, both those first starting out and established couples with high-value assets. Creating the ideal estate plan means making important end-of-life decisions with help from a lawyer. Finding the right attorney in Jackson,...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Aug 27, 2017 | Estate Planning
Your parents may have achieved senior citizen status, and the subject of powers of attorney has come up. These agreements can take many forms; understanding how they work in certain situations will be helpful when you begin to talk with your parents about their future...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | May 23, 2017 | Estate Planning
Someone brought up the subject of wills recently, and asked if you had one. You said no. Your friend chattered on about trusts, powers of attorney and medical directives, but you lost interest in the discussion. After all, you are not yet thirty, your focus is on your...
On behalf of Campbell & Pruchnik, LLC | Jan 25, 2017 | Estate Planning
Preparing for the death of a loved one is difficult emotionally and mentally, and there are actual physical and financial challenges that may make it even harder. If a loved one dies without a will or estate plan, it can be extremely difficult to get financial affairs...
