One of the most common reasons people put off estate planning is simple: they assume it will be difficult.They imagine a long, uncomfortable process. They worry they will need to know exactly what documents they need before they ever meet with an attorney. They may feel embarrassed that they have waited too long or possibly that they don’t know where to begin because these things are complicated.The truth is Read More
Why Adding Your Child to Your Deed May Not Be Helpful
When people talk about avoiding probate, one of the most common ideas that comes up is adding a child to the deed of their home. It sounds simple: put the child on the deed now so the property passes automatically later. In practice, this move usually creates more problems than it solves. Of all the issues this approach can cause, two stand out:You give up real property rights during your lifetime, and You often Read More
Do I Need a Trust, or Is a Will Enough?
One of the most common estate planning questions clients ask is: “Do I really need a trust, or can a will accomplish my goals?” For many people in North Carolina, a well-drafted will is perfectly sufficient. Probate in many NC counties is not nearly as scary, slow, or expensive as it is sometimes made out to be. In straightforward estates, the process can often be completed in under a year, depending on the county, Read More
Can’t I just make a will online? Why do I need an Attorney?
As a general rule, lawyers are not people that the average person wants to see on a regular basis. Personally, I cannot imagine why people would not want to hang out with someone who analyzes every word, answers every question with “it depends,” or talks about the consequences of every text message, Facebook post, the difference between “may” and “shall,” and of course, death. That being said, I am never surprised Read More
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