While you may think you are healthy and expect to have a long time remaining in the world, the fact of death remains a constant possibility. Drafting a last will and testament is an important way to look out for the future of your loved ones, especially as you near...
Year: 2020
What can you do to help your home sell more quickly?
Selling your home can be exciting, but there are also aspects of anxiety and frustration involved. This may be especially true if your house sits on the market for some time. There are many factors that contribute to the amount of time it takes for your house to sell....
Updates to the rental laws that you need to know
New York made some changes to its landlord/tenant laws recently, which will greatly affect landlords. These laws cover everything from application fees to evictions. If you are a landlord in the state, it is essential that you understand the rules and updates. ...
Trusts for blended families
At Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP, we work with our clients to develop, update and execute estate plans that fit their unique lives and needs. One estate plan does not work for everyone and the plethora of tools available allow people to creatively address even the...
An overview of parental guardianship
As your parents get older, they may need more and more help. Picking up prescriptions and taking them to the doctor means time away from your job, but you will do anything to help them. Does one of your parents have dementia? Are they both at the point where...
What is a special needs trust?
When planning your estate, you have to make a conscious and deliberate decision about how you leave your assets or funds to beneficiaries in New York. If you have a special needs child or someone under your responsibility, you may want to consider a special needs...
How to choose an executor for your estate
People in New York who are thinking ahead to the future are more than likely engaging in estate planning. Part of this process is choosing an executor and, because of the role this person plays, it is important to put effort and time into making sure to select the...
The importance of having a will at any life stage
If you are young, healthy or both, you might not think you need a will. At the law office of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP, we understand that it is uncomfortable for many New York residents to face the thought of their own mortality. Planning a will or thinking...
What is the debt-to-income ratio?
If you want to buy a new home, then you probably know that you need to make sure your finances are in order. You may save up money to make your down payment, knowing that if you save more, then you will save money on your loan. You may even pay down some debts. What...
Should you hire a real estate attorney?
Property is often in high demand in the New York metro area, and if you want to secure a purchase or a lease, you need to understand and follow all of the guidelines and requirements involved. We at Marcus, Gold & Sussman, LLP know that it can sometimes be a...