What Is Probate?

A death in the family can be emotionally draining what with all the necessary arrangements not only for the burial of a loved one but also for the management and distribution of any property he may have left.

Ethical Wills

What is an ethical will? Why have one?

Will Writing Services

A will is a legal document that contains a declaration stating how to distribute a person’s possessions after his death. It declares who should own belongings and assets after death of the testator, i.e. the person whose will is being drafted. Using will writing services is a safe and secure way of ensuring stability of loved ones after death.

Living Will - Why you Need One

Because humans fear death, we try to prevent our own demise even when it is inevitable. With life saving equipment and mechanical life support, it is possible to thwart the natural process of death and suspend life for years. Make sure your end of life decisions regarding life support and resuscitation are honored. Get a living will NOW and ask someone to facilitate who is able to carry out your desires even under emotional pressure.

Wills and Trusts: Four Reasons People Delay & Shouldn't

Learn the 4 mind shifts you need to overcome estate planning procrastination.

Employment Law - What's on the Agenda in 2007?

2006 saw employers getting to grips with age discrimination and the new TUPE regime. Here, we look at what is in store for 2007.

Probate Auctions on E-bay

Whenever a person dies and leaves behind debt creditors, the administrator or executor of that person’s estate faces certain challenges in quickly selling real and personal property in order to satisfy creditors. The probate process is long and drawn out, and every shortcut available should be sought in order to shorten the amount of time that property is tied up in the process. Recently, with the great success of E-bay, people have discovered a quick and efficient way to unload property in order to satisfy debts. Not only has E-bay made the general premise of auctioning easier, it has also made it more understandable and desirable to the masses.

Last Will And Testament Provision For Burial

A will or testament provides information about the transfer of property, ornaments or land, from the testator to his beneficiaries, after his death. Everyone, regardless of age, needs a will. Without a will people wouldn't know to whom their assets would go. A will is a general term and is used as the instrument in a trust, while testament applies only to dispositions of personal property.

8-Tactics on Easy Estate Planning

Should you hire a professional to handle your estate planning?

Wording For Last Will And Testament

Writing your own Last Will And Testament is fairly easy. No specific wording for Last Will And Testament is required just as there is not a specific format required. While specific words are not required, there are several wording requirements.

Are You Prepared in Case of an Emergency?

If you were injured in an accident today would your family know what to do?

Appointing A Guardian For Child Care

In making provisions for the one's children's care, an important consideration would be the appointment of a suitable guardian should you pass away at the same time. This can be done via a will or a deed instrument to ensure that your children's care will not be neglected during their bereavement.

Advanced Medical Directive for Terminal Patients - Terri Schiavo Case

How the Advanced Medical Directive can save a terminal patient life and make legal decisions. Briefly examines Terri Schiavo case. Why a living will, healthcare powers of attorney, healthcare proxies are not enough to save your life. When the Advanced Medical Directive is effective in medical care and Medicaid.

The Basic Use of a Living Trust

Estate planning is a tricky concept, but one you have to tackle. The living trust is a key component of most estate planning efforts.