by Tanya Hendrix | Life
Every estate planning process that includes a last will and testament (i.e, every estate plan!) will require naming someone as the personal representative, a/k/a executor, of your estate. Most of my clients name a spouse, so they don’t have to give much thought to...
by Tanya Hendrix | Life
Estate planning lawyers often talk about the need for estate planning to protect your assets, meaning your house, finances, and all the tangible property you own. Clients often say they want to do an estate plan to avoid taxes and avoid probate. Many have said they...
by Joni Grounds | Life
The Best Gift Ever Losing Herman was one of the hardest things that had ever happened. It was so sudden, but what was even more unexpected was when Mary found out that the home she and Herman had enjoyed for their 12 years of marriage was now owned by his ex-wife. She...
by Tanya Hendrix | Life
Estate planning can be complex, or it can be very simple. Much of it depends on the size of your estate, that is, your net worth, and how complicated you want to make your estate plan. Most of my clients have very simple estate plans that consist of the 3 must-have...
by Tanya Hendrix | Life
You are aware of the need for a Last Will & Testament, but there are other documents you need as well to ensure your assets are protected and your wishes are followed. Power of Attorney is an incredibly important document to have executed and in effect. It gives...
by Tanya Hendrix | Life
Estate planning sounds like a major undertaking, but it can be really very simple. Unless you have an estate valued over 5 or 10 million, you can have a very simple estate plan. A one or two hour meeting with an estate planning attorney can inform you of the right...
