Month: February 2023

Month: February 2023

Is charitable giving in your New York estate plan?

It's crucial that you know what's going to happen with your financial future beyond your own lifetime. With everything else there is to worry about during the process of forming your estate plan in New York, it leaves charitable giving often forgotten about and pushed...

Give your family the gift of an estate plan

Many New York residents put off developing an estate plan because thinking about death makes them feel uncomfortable. This is completely understandable, but people who are able to tackle these thorny issues rarely regret doing so. With an estate plan in place, you...

What are the top estate planning mistakes in New York?

More people now realize the importance of an estate plan, but some are making mistakes in setting theirs up. Common mistakes that testators make in New York are forgetting to update it and failing to recognize the full financial implications. Setting it and forgetting...

Roadblocks with high-net-worth estate plans in New York

Dealing with the death of a loved one can be hard for New York families under the best of circumstances. However, issues with an estate plan can cause even more emotional and financial hardship for the family, especially if the deceased leaves behind a large estate....

Three common car accidents

In 2018, there were more than 220,000 vehicle accidents in New York state. Most of these accidents weren’t fatal, but you could experience an accident at any time. Hopefully, you’ll never experience a bad car accident. But here are some common car accidents and how to...

Tips for writing a final will and testament

Writing a will can be daunting for some New York family members. It's common to want to ensure your final wishes are carried out as you desire. Consider essential factors before writing your will on a napkin. The napkin would be a legal document. However, probate laws...