Undue influence involves someone using their power or trust to manipulate another person's will decisions. It is a serious violation that can destroy a loved one's entire estate plan. If you suspect someone unduly influenced your family member's asset distribution...
You may have recently come across the term “ethical will.” If you are someone with a strong sense of ethics, or who cares about the environment, you might think that this will be a natural choice for you in the same way as you might have kept your money with an...
You may be aware that your parents have a significant amount of debt. Perhaps you have always been concerned about their spending habits or they have recently expressed trouble paying off large amounts of debt. It is possible this debt will remain unresolved when they...
Contrary to popular belief, estate planning is a dynamic process that evolves through every stage of life. Whether you are starting a family, buying a home or planning for retirement, keeping your estate plan current with your life stage is essential. Here are some...
When you write an estate plan, one step you should take is to choose an estate executor. This is the person who actually carries out the plan. They read your documentation, distribute copies to beneficiaries, inventory assets, pay debts and distribute assets...
When you make an estate plan, it is important to get it right and keep it right. Any errors in your plan could make things complicated for the executor and your family when you die. Here are a few common errors that people make: 1. Forgetting to add someone to the...
Ensuring your children don’t dispute your will is crucial to estate planning. Proper communication and planning can help prevent family conflicts and ensure your wishes are respected. Here, you will find tips to help prevent your children and other heirs from...
Probate is the legal process through which the courts administer and distribute a person's estate after they pass away. When someone dies without a will, the courts supervise the process and distribute the person's assets according to Nevada law. If the person who...
Your life is already busy enough as it is. The last thing you want to do is prepare for what happens after you die. You may think that just telling your family members how you want your assets distributed is enough. Or you may believe that everything you have will go...
You must be at least 18 years old to create a valid will in Nevada. Additionally, you must be of sound mind and fully aware of the consequences of your decisions. If someone doubts your mental condition at the time you created your will, they may be able to raise a...