You may have been warned to avoid probate, but you might not fully understand what it is. Probate is a legal process used to handle the payment of debts and transfer of assets after a person has died. The process is supervised by the county Surrogate Court. When...
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What happens when you can’t pay child support?
As a parent, you likely want to make sure that your child has access to the supplies and care that they need. Child support can help take care of your kids, but that doesn’t mean it is always possible to make those payments. There are several reasons why your...
New baby? New estate plan!
The arrival of a new child—especially the firstborn—creates much anticipation and excitement within a family. Suddenly a couple becomes three or more, and with that comes new hopes and expectations for the future. With a new edition comes more planning: Picking a...
Estate planning: It’s more than a one-time endeavor
You may think you don’t need one—after all you’re young and have very few assets: A car that’s paid for, sure, and about $7000 in a 401K. It’s hardly worth worrying about. Or perhaps, even though you are a single parent, you have no money to leave your child...
