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Few companion animals have a greater impact on the lives of their owners than dogs. Unsurprisingly, according to a recent study, almost 90% of dog owners see their pups as part of their families. More than half report purchasing holiday gifts for their dogs. If you...
Indiana residents should understand how guardianships for older adults work. As people age, they may start to lose their faculties and be unable to do all of the things that used to come easily to them. That can include driving, managing their medications and even...
Executing a will often makes it necessary to go into an Indiana probate court and follow all the necessary legal steps to transfer assets. Probate may come with costs and the potentially lengthy amount of time it can take to complete the process. When writing a will,...
If you have older relatives living in Indiana, you should know how to recognize when elders are under undue influence. According to the National Center on Law & Elder Rights, undue influence describes a psychological process that can be used against seniors as a...
When the children of a decedent don't get what they expected when their parent dies, they may fight with other family members and beneficiaries. Children who weren't expecting anything can also have trouble adjusting when they receive a large sum of money from your...
If you die without a will, you and your estate become intestate. This means that the laws of your state covering intestacy will control the distribution of your estate. Intestacy laws specify all the possible combinations of living relatives. If you have no will and...
For those charged with such responsibility, part of losing a family member may include settling their loved one’s final affairs, which includes the probate process. However, smaller estates may not require formal proceedings. Understanding probate for small estates...
Dealing with matters of the estate can serve as a headache for anyone. From its creation to its maintenance, you end up dedicating a lot of your time and energy to it. Of course, because of this, you want to limit the amount of time you dedicate to updating your plan....
It is difficult to think about your parent’s death, but when the time comes, it helps to have a plan in place. It will make it easier on you and allow you to grieve without having to make a bunch of decisions. Another good thing about preplanning a funeral is it...
Choosing to use a trust as part of your estate planning is a smart idea since it can help reduce the hassles that can occur in probate. It also provides some asset protection and lets you clearly define what you want to happen with your assets after your death. In...
