As you begin the estate planning process, you may be unsure whether your family would be best served by a will or a trust. Generally, a will and a trust serve different purposes, but both can be extremely beneficial. Many Pennsylvania residents discover that they need...
How to make sure your will is valid in Pennsylvania
No one wants to think about their eventual death, but it is necessary to ensure that your loved ones are taken care of and your assets are protected. If you are in the beginning stages of estate planning, one of your first steps should be to create a will. For your...
When is it time to update your estate plan?
Some past posts of ours have discussed the importance of revising estate plans after a divorce or a new marriage. It makes sense to change the beneficiaries of a will, especially if a primary beneficiary was an ex-spouse. It also helps newly married parents plan for...
How does the probate process work in Pennsylvania?
After a person dies, decisions must be made regarding the person's assets. "Probate" is the name for the legal process for determining the fate of much of a deceased person's assets. Probate happens regardless of whether the decedent had a will or not. If a decedent...