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There is a popular saying that "Nothing is certain but death and taxes." There have been many variations of this quote, one of which is attributed to Benjamin Franklin, but the phrase has been used for centuries and still seems relevant today; especially when...
Residents across New Jersey were likely saddened by the recent death of famed actor Philip Seymour Hoffman. As tragic as his death was, however, it brought many important topics to light. Most recently, it is his will that has sparked some interesting...
In our previous post, we discussed how important it can be to ensure that a property has been properly evaluated, should the owner pass away. If mistakes are made in the valuation of a home, business or other asset, this can cause a great deal of headaches and...
When it comes to developing an estate plan, there can be a number of challenges that people across New Jersey can face. They may have to make some crucial decisions about who inherits what, whether they want to set up a trust and what they want to happen to any...
According to recent reports, more than two-thirds of U.S. households have a pet. And of the 68 percent of homes that have a pet, many of them will have that pet for several years. For some, a pet is a life-long companion. But what if a pet outlives an owner? What will...
If you are like many other New Jersey residents, it is likely that you have recently made a list of some new year's resolutions for this year. People like to start out a year with good intentions and high hopes for what they can accomplish in next 12 months. Many...
When people are developing an estate plan in New Jersey, they typically put a lot of focus on how their money, properties and other significant assets are distributed. Because of their financial value, many people assume that these are the things that loved ones will...
Approaching estate planning can be very difficult for many people across New Jersey. Making plans for the end of your life is something that people may not want to even think about, let alone put down in writing. However, as uncomfortable as it may be to go through...
These days, people are much more mobile than they were just a generation ago. People move all across the state, country and world for new jobs, relationships and recreation. When a child or family member is one of the people moving around a lot, it can be difficult to...
During a person's lifetime, one of the most important estate planning documents is the power of attorney. These documents will ensure that a person's financial affairs are taken care of if that person becomes incapacitated. New Jersey Powers of attorney can be as...
