Read our blog articles about estate planning in North Carolina including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, long-term care planning and more!
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Lessons from Michael Jackson’s Estate PlanMichael Jackson leaves his children's inheritance exposed to probate, lawsuits, creditors, divorce and other life risks. Learn what he should have done.
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Five Estate Planning Tips For Holiday ConversationsThe holidays are rare opportunities for family members to have face-to-face conversations. One critical conversation is talking about estate planning — what
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8 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Estate Planning LawyerMake sure you know the proper questions (and answers) to ask before hiring a wills and trusts lawyer. Here are 8 questions to ask a potential attorney.
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The Importance of Updating Beneficiary Designations After A DivorceDiscussion of recent U.S. Supreme Court case that highlights the importance of keeping beneficiary designations up to date. By: Jackie Bedard.
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Keep Your Beneficiary Designations UpdatedAn example of why regular updating of beneficiary designations is a critical part of estate planning. By: Jackie Bedard, Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Parents: 13 Reasons Why Trusts Aren't Just For The Wealthy13 reasons why parents should include a trust in their comprehensive estate plan to ensure maximum protection of their family and children. By: Jackie Bedard,
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What Is A Trust?A brief introduction into trust law basics. By: Jackie Bedard, Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Why You Should Avoid Joint OwnershipDiscussion of the problems that can arise with joint ownership, especially when joint ownership is used instead of a will. By: Jackie Bedard, Raleigh, North
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Include Your Pets In Your Estate PlanInformation on including your pets in your will and estate planning. Learn from estate planning attorney Jackie Bedard in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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What Is Estate Planning?Estate planning can have a different meaning to everyone and depends on each person’s life status, goals, and desires. Here's a list of items it may include.