Estate Planning Tools
Would Your Online, Homemade Will Hold Up In Court?
More Americans are doing their wills online due to COVID-19. However, that can cause problems when you go to probate. We explain the problems and how to address them.
Read MoreEstate Planning in a Time of Coronavirus
Facing death from Coronavirus causes many to rethink making an estate plan. At least do the basics described here.
Read MoreCan you name co-Powers of Attorney?
Dear Ms. Allison: Is it possible to name two people as “co” powers of attorney and as co-medical powers of attorney? One is an immediate family member and is local. She would also be an heir, as well as her children. The other is out of town and would not be an heir. However, he…
Read MoreHow Will I Care For My Pets If I Die Before They Do?
Dear Ms. Allison: My grandma is 98 years old and has a very spoiled, much loved dog. Fuzz is the 6-year old puppy of Grandma’s favorite poodle, Peaches, which lived to be 17 years old. She figures Fuzz will outlive her and she may be right. She wants me to take the dog, but my…
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