by Trish Butcher | Aug 27, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
Probate isn’t inherently “bad,” but it can be problematic for a few reasons, depending on the situation and often requires the help of a specialized probate attorney to navigate, here’s why: Time-Consuming: Probate can be a lengthy process,...
by Trish Butcher | Aug 19, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
What happens when someone passes away? How does their assets (home, bank accounts, etc.) get passed on to their loved ones? With a process called Probate Court. Probate Court is the court supervised process of passing assets to your loved ones. After someone passes...
by Trish Butcher | Apr 2, 2024 | Estate Planning
If you’ve been traveling around the sun for a while, you’ve no doubt heard of a Will, a document that says what happens to your money and belongings after you die. You may even have a Will, or know you should get one. And maybe you’ve heard of Trusts and wondered what...
by Trish Butcher | Mar 26, 2024 | Estate Planning
Anyone who’s seen an episode of “Modern Family” knows that families these days come in many different shapes and sizes. Long gone are the days when a “family” was defined as a mother, father and two children (or was it 2.5 children? Where does the .5 come from...
by Trish Butcher | Mar 19, 2024 | Estate Planning
After the excitement of Valentine’s Day fades away and the last indulgence of chocolate is savored, it’s crucial to turn our attention to a topic that may not be as thrilling as the idea of everlasting love: the reality that all relationships come to an...
by Trish Butcher | Mar 12, 2024 | Estate Planning
Today, we’re diving into a topic that is absolutely crucial: estate planning for your parents. As they gracefully navigate their golden years, ensuring their peace of mind (and yours!) becomes a top priority. Whether they raised you the way you want, or showed...