Moving to a new house can be stressful. There can be so many things to do that it is difficult to know where to start. With so much going on, the thought of adding one more task to your list may feel overwhelming. However, it is important to update your estate...
Estate Planning
Make estate planning part of your resolutions for 2020
As 2020 begins, many of us think about what we can improve on in the new year. Common resolutions revolve around personal development: health and fitness, hobbies and skills, and the relationships with the people in our lives.These things are all worthy of devoting...
What are the benefits of a transfer on death deed?
When you start estate planning, you hope to have your assets go to your heirs quickly and easily. To do this, you plan to avoid probate as much as possible. While you can start to give away your assets now or create a trust to hold your assets, Minnesota has simple...
If I am healthy, why do I need a health care directive?
When you visit your doctor, you two probably discuss your symptoms, the cause of your symptoms, and possible treatment options. Then, you may decide what treatment you feel most comfortable utilizing and share your decision with your doctor.This routine may work for...
You can provide directions before they are necessary
Most people probably do not think about serious medical conditions or the end of their life on a regular basis. And if you are young, you may not consider what would happen if an emergency left you unable to make medical decisions for yourself.Medical providers...
Do not automatically dismiss probate as part of your estate plan
The headlines make it sound like a clear-cut answer: “Why you should do everything possible to avoid probate,” one of these posts might read.The truth is, estate planning is more nuanced than that. Avoiding probate might indeed be the right path for some...
How a power of attorney can offer everyone peace of mind
Many people when they hear the phrase "power of attorney" consider it a scary term, something that comes up only in dire circumstances. The reality is much less harrowing. Power of attorney is essentially a practical legal tool, one that can reduce any future strain...
Why would you choose someone else to raise your children?
As parents, you do the best you can for your children. You give them the best education possible, offer a wide range of enrichment activities, and provide travel opportunities that expand your children’s minds.Although you do everything within your power to give...
Resolution: Estate plan
When the ball dropped at midnight, most Americans made a resolution. Some made a silent, personal vow to better their lives: to fix a troubled relationship or to get out of debt. Others said it aloud, proclaiming a desired weight loss or the completion of a home...
