This article examines the death of Charlotte Fox, one of the most famous mount climbers ever, who fell down her stairs at home. You never know what risks might be around the corner, so you should be prepared. The article looks at the elements of a basic plan. Planning for the Unexpected … [Read more...]
Disinheriting Your Spouse
While most people plan to leave their estate to their spouse and children, there are instances when you might not want your spouse to inherit. This is common when couples are estranged but have not yet sought a formal divorce for example, and the parties wish to create individual estate plans that do not include the spouse as the primary beneficiary. But cutting your spouse out of your estate plan isn’t quite so easy. All states recognize the existence of marital property in one form or … [Read more...]
