estate law

If you’re having trouble paying your debt, you may be able to file for bankruptcy for relief. Learn about the different types of bankruptcies in this quick guide. The Six Types of Bankruptcy: A Quick Guide When individuals or businesses are overwhelmed by debt and unable to make timely payments, they may file for bankruptcy […]

Wills and trusts are estate-planning musts. A will becomes effective upon death of the testator, but a trust may be used to distribute property sooner. Wills and trusts are estate planning tools that govern the distribution of your estate, among other things, but they both serve separate purposes. They can also be used together to […]

Every year, billions of dollars in unclaimed money and property are turned over to federal and state governments. The good news is that searchable online resources make it simple to find and claim lost property. Keep reading to learn where and how to search for unclaimed assets without falling victim to dangerous scams.

Beneficiary deeds transfer property at the time of the owner’s death. Learn the basics of beneficiary deed law to see if this legal solution suits your needs. In the United States, millions of dollars of real estate changes hands daily. In 2019 alone, more than 5.3 billion existing homes were sold across the country. To be legally binding, […]