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In this second video we will discuss th different roles assigned in a Will and their duties

What does an Estate Plan look like?

Financial Fundamentals for Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights When you’re thinking about buying a home, there are a few key steps to take before you eve...n start to look at houses. From saving for your down payment to getting pre-approved for a mortgage, you’ll want to make sure you keep your financial plan on track from the beginning. Let’s connect today to make sure you have an introduction to a trusted lender and the best possible real estate guidance as you begin your homebuying process. Questions?? Message me to discuss

A mini-primer on estate planning

If you have more than $50,000 in net assets in New York state, your loved ones have to go to Surrogate's (Probate) Court to get legal permission to receive or access your assets. These assets can be cash, retirement accounts, and any kind of real or personal property. If you pass on with a Will, the probate process is relatively smooth and quick. If you do NOT leave a Will, the process will be much longer (and will be expensive if you engage an attorney). And if you have Minor Children, you can only appoint a Legal Guardian for them through your Will. Without a Will by you, potential guardians (e.g. your siblings) will have to go through a complex petition court process to get custody of your kids. Join us to learn more about why EVERY Parent - especially single parents - should have a Will.

Wishing you all the best this holiday season, and in ‘2021!

Wishing you and your familes a happy holiday season, and happy and healthy 2021.

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There are typically five essential estate planning documents that every family should have Will, Living Trust, Advanced Directive, List of Beneficiary Designations, and Standby Guardianship (for those with minor children). In addition to the above key estate planning documents, there is also one other important document the Power of Attorney. Read our latest blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/2ygGE4S

Read our latest blog to learn what you need to know (and why) about probate and administration in New York State: https://bit.ly/35WRWI2

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Read our latest blog to learn why you should make your advanced directives now, amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2yEJ1yg

https://www.huffpost.com//coronavirus-doctor-tips-advance- I read an article recently that addressed the procrastination often involved in getting advance directive, wills and other documents in place. People often say that they should have done this already, sometime in the past. Sometime in the past was the best time, and now is the second best time. So, take care of it. If you want to help healthcare providers (and your loved ones) in this crisis and in the future, th...is is one small way you can do that. Odds are you will not need it, but I can almost guarantee you will feel relieved by following the doctor's advice below. I have worked with a lot of individuals, couples in preparing advance directives,wills, trusts and other related planning tools. I am not exaggerating when I say almost every single person has told me how relieved they were to take care of their advance directives. See more

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The COVID-19 pandemic has upended nearly every facet of our livesfrom socially to financially to legally. Many of our daily tasks have become impossible, and those with urgent legal matters are unsure of how to complete certain processes amidst local or statewide quarantines. Read our latest blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/34ElZDt

On April 7, Governor Cuomo extended several earlier Executive Orders and added the following audio-visual provisions that allow the execution of estate planning documents by audio-visual means. Read our latest blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/34BLt4m