Archive for April 2016
Everyone can benefit from estate planning
Some Nevada residents may question whether they need a will. In the absence of one, however, the state will determine who receives their assets. Individuals do not have to own large amounts of property or have children to need a will. Indeed, everyone can benefit from estate planning. A will is not the only estate-planning…
Read MoreUnmarried couples need estate planning to provide for each other
Married couples are provided certain rights under the law that do not extend to couples who are cohabitating, but decide to remain unmarried. The state of Nevada does not recognize common law marriage. Therefore, in order to provide for each other after death or during incapacitation, estate planning is essential for unmarried couples. For example,…
Read MorePets and online assets need to be considered in estate planning
Nevada residents might be prepared to discuss who will receive what assets and who will become the guardian of any minor children. However, there could be some issues that they might not consider when it comes to estate planning. They need to consider what will happen to the family pet and their online assets as…
Read MoreEstate planning can benefit business owners
Nevada business owners spend a great deal of time and effort building their companies. Some of them neglect to take into consideration what will happen to it upon their deaths. Estate planning can determine the future of the business without the individual and even provide some clarity as to what direction the business should take.…
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