Probate

What is Probate? The Word probate means to prove. It is a general name or term used to include all matters over which a probate court has jurisdiction. This includes the traditional proof of wills, the disposition of estates the appointment of guardians and conservators, changing a

Living Trust

Living Trust Definition A Living Trust is simple an agreement – a relationship – the grantor has with the trustee.  The word “trust” will refer to the written document that defines the relationship between the grantor and the trustee.  There are many types of trusts.  Each one

How To Make a Will

Making a will is easy. You can do it yourself with a pencil and paper. If you plan on doing it yourself, there are a couple of caveats you should know. First it must be in your handwriting. Don’t get fancy and use your computer and type it.

Estate Planning

Estate planning-See How to Protect Yourself Estate planning encompasses a large area of the law and financial planning. Insurance agents love to call themselves estate planners. Lawyers are estate planners. Everybody calls themselves estate planners. The problem is you need to be your own estate planner. Let’s