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Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the... more +
Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the disposition of assets, guardianship of minor children, and appointment of representatives to make medical and financial decisions. Effective estate planning can decrease tax liability and facilitate the probate process.  less -
Harris Beach PLLC

Estate Planning: Eight Steps to Take Now

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Many think estate planning is only a concern for those who are later in their stage of life or wealthy. They put it off for years, or entirely. Estate planning is for everyone and essential to maintain financial security...more

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Is Joint Title Trouble?

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It happens all too often. Fearing the alleged difficulties of probate, families add adult children as joint owners to a real estate deed or onto a bank or brokerage account, hoping to avoid the Surrogate’s court process...more

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Account Titling and Beneficiary Designations - Coordinating Key Elements of Your Estate Plan

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After working to finalize your estate plan, you’ve finally signed the documents and are ready to check this daunting task off of your to-do list. Good work, but there are still a few more items to consider and some additional...more

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