Estate Planning

There are several ways to assume the legal guardianship of an adult. A family member of an adult who is chronically ill or disabled can step in to assist them in this manner. This is usually done to help with the medical, financial and mental health needs of an...

Virginia residents might think that estate planning is only for people who have large estates or are married with children. Young Virginia residents can be especially guilty of thinking that estate planning is unnecessary. But in reality, it’s more important to set up...

One of the most important aspects of estate planning is making sure your beneficiary designations are up-to-date. Too often, people forget to update their wills when they have a child, or they choose the wrong person as their beneficiary. This can lead to a lot of...

Estate planning is usually something that older people spend time working on, but younger workers who are early in their careers can also invest in estate planning. Millennials in Virginia can take concrete steps that will help their estate planning. Early Estate...

You never know when an accident or illness could put you in a position where you are unable to make decisions for yourself. However, when it comes to your estate, you cannot afford to take chances. That's why it's important to have an estate plan in place and choose...

More people in Virginia are questioning whether a revocable trust is truly the best way to go. The ease and flexibility that comes with a TOD have become increasingly alluring to many, but is it worth it? What do TOD accounts and revocable trusts do? One thing they...

One of the most important aspects of estate planning is appointing an executor. This person will be responsible for ensuring that your estate is handled according to your wishes after you die and making sure there're no estate disputes down the line. Who is an...

In Virginia, a trust is an important estate planning tool that allows you to designate someone to manage your property and affairs if you become incapacitated. There are many different types of trusts, and revocable living trusts are one of the most popular ones. What...

Parenting is a journey that impacts every aspect of a Virginia couple's life - and just about every dynamic of a relationship. Ensuring that all estate planning matters are handled before taking on this is role is important to all types of parenting situations,...

Caring for your elderly parent in Virginia is often difficult. As they age, their faculties often lessen to an extent where they can no longer take care of themselves adequately. When this occurs, you can consider guardianship to protect your parent's best interests....