Estate Planning Tips for Blended Families
According to Pew Research, more than 40 percent of American adults have a step relative and a sizable portion of American children are living in households with a stepparent, stepsibling […]
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Types of Assets Commonly Forgotten in Estate Plans
One of the first steps in estate planning is taking a full inventory of your assets. Only with a complete and accurate understanding of all your holdings can you create […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Advance Directives: What They Can and Cannot Dictate
Creating an estate plan is a way of taking control of your life insofar as that is possible. The estate planning attorneys at Surprenant & Beneski recognize the importance of self-empowerment […]
Read MoreFamily Heirlooms: Discussing Personal Property Distribution During the Holidays
As families gather during the holidays, it’s a season filled not just with joy, but also an opportunity for meaningful discussions about the future of cherished family heirlooms. These conversations, […]
Read MorePassing the Family Business Down to the Next Generation — Tips for Owners
Running a family business is not only hard work but also a big responsibility. Transferring a business to the next generation can be a daunting task. To ensure a smooth […]
Read MoreEstate Planning For Widows and Widowers
The death of a spouse is devastating. Too often, in addition to grief and loss, the widow or widower is overwhelmed by the number of actions that must be taken […]
Read MoreQuestions to Help You Choose the Right Estate Planning Attorney
Now that you’ve gotten down to the task of estate planning, you want to find the most qualified estate planning attorney for the job, but also someone who is caring […]
Read MoreEstate Planning for LGBTQ Families
While it’s true that since 2015, when same-sex marriage became legal throughout the country, life became increasingly manageable for more than a million couples and families in the United States. […]
Read MoreWhen Calling an Estate Planning Attorney Becomes Urgent
We’re all aware that it is better to begin projects during a period of calm rather than turmoil when decisions can be made thoughtfully and without pressure. Nonetheless, there are […]
Read MoreEstate Planning for an Inheritance or a Windfall
While much of estate planning is designed to protect us from the negative impact of misfortunes like incapacity or premature death, keen estate planning attorneys are just as concerned with […]
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