A second marriage can offer a new chance at love for individuals who have lost a spouse due to divorce or death. If there are children involved, it is important to think about what will happen to your finances and assets when you pass away. While you can’t ensure that...

There’s an abundance of online help for all sorts of do-it-yourself projects. You can find instructions on how to build a birdbath, fix your phone or prepare a gourmet meal. All you need are a few minutes and a few dollars and your DIY project is ready to go. Not all...

As you contemplate initiating your estate planning in New York, a stark realization may hit: your decisions regarding the dispersal of your assets may upset some of your potential beneficiaries. Indeed, the last thing you want to do is cause contention amongst those...

Significant updates to the power of attorney (POA) law in New York were implemented on June 13, 2021. Existing POAs and statutory gift riders will not be affected, provided that they were executed under the provisions prior to the changes. The purpose of the revisions...

If you are like many adults in New York, then it may not be unreasonable to assume that you have not begun the estate planning process. Indeed, studies show that a majority of adults in the state (and throughout the rest of the U.S.) do not have wills. Your delay in...

When someone dies and leaves a will, most of the time the estate goes through probate. Probate is the legal process in which the judge makes sure everyone involved follows the terms of the will. If a loved one of yours died, you may be wondering what to expect from...

You are never too young to have an estate plan in place. Even for people just starting out in their careers, estate planning offers multiple protections. According to U.S. News & World Report, there are certain essential items to include in your estate plan,...

Discussing your estate plan is a hard topic to tackle. After all, it revolves around two of the most difficult subjects: death and finances. But an important step of handling your end of life matters involves bringing it up to your family. Is there any way you can...

You recently graduated from a New York college, and the last thing on your mind is estate planning. Should you at least set the foundation for your estate? U.S. News & World Report explains why recent college graduates should consider starting to secure their...

When it comes to making sure your estate passes on as intended, choosing a capable executor is just as important as creating a carefully considered will. After your death, your executor will be responsible for carrying out the terms of your will and guiding your...