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People who make the advisable choice to be fully prepared for the future should understand the value of estate planning. Often, this is viewed as needlessly complicated. For many people, all they need is a simple will. This applies to those who do not have complex...
What is worse than failing to document your intentions regarding how to distribute your property upon your death? You create the document, but no one can locate it. In New Jersey, you can use the Will Registry as a supplementary tool to ensure notice of your...
Naming someone as your executor sounds simple enough, but you will want to make sure the person you choose has your best interest in mind. Taking your time to make a selection can help you feel at ease that your estate will receive the care it deserves. Prior to...
Every state has a set of requirements for lasts wills and testaments. If your will fails to meet these requirements, the state may declare it invalid when its validity matters most. For this reason, it is important to, at the very least, consult with a professional...
If you die without a will in New Jersey, the court steps in. Probate freezes all of your assets until the court ensures that all relevant parties received notification of your passing, it receives a property appraisal and creditors get paid. This process can take...
It is easy to think of estate planning as something only for people in their golden years, or those who have high-net-worth. If neither of these apply to you, you may wonder why you need a will at all. In these situations, simple wills are the best choice. According...
When you finish writing your will, you might believe you have done your job. However, just because you have completed your will does not mean you should never revisit it. You may have a reason to change some of the provisions since you last wrote the will. There are a...
If you do not own many assets, you may think that you do not need to go through the process of creating a legal will. However, it is almost always a good idea to do so. Most people, even those with limited assets, can benefit from a will because it can handle the...
Perhaps you have a New Jersey friend on social media who died years ago, yet he or she still appears in your lists of friends or followers because the account is still active. So much of life takes place online, you may wonder what may happen to your...
Creating an estate plan in New Jersey is a crucial part of becoming an adult. Experts recommend that a person should draft a will once he or she acquires property or starts to collect assets. A will is a directive triggered by death. It lists where the deceased wishes...
