Many people in New Jersey are under the impression that when they change their will, their assets will go to whoever is designated in the will. However, there are many assets that aren't governed by the will. If the beneficiaries of those assets aren't changed as...
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New Jersey estate planning can help to carry out your wishes
As the old saying goes, "You can't take it with you!" That may be true, but New Jersey law does allow people to determine who will get their property when they pass away. Estate planning is essential in order to ensure that a person's wishes are carried out. If there...
Planning for retirement in New Jersey
In terms of taxation, New Jersey may be an unfriendly state when it comes to planning for retirement. The state currently ranks in the bottom 10 states when compared to the tax system in other states. Planning for retirement requires careful calculation of taxes and...
New Jersey estate planning: What about an ethical will?
There is frequent mention made as people age to consider what happens after they die. Estate planning can be an important consideration especially if there are assets that will need to be dispersed or cared for after one has passed on. One writer, however, has...
Did woman forge a will to sway distribution of assets to her?
While many people may find the idea of planning for their untimely demise off putting, pre-planning can be very beneficial. Creating wills can better ensure that a person's wishes are carried out after their death, especially when it comes to the distribution of...
New Jersey residents should try an estate planning checklist
Estate planning can help avoid future mishaps down the road just in case an uncertainty arises. Even though estate planning is essential, many New Jersey residents are hesitant about starting the process because they believe it's just for the wealthy. An estate...
New Jersey estate planning should account for online transactions
When it comes to estate planning, it may be easy for many to overlook the increasing number of transactions that are done online, financial or otherwise. Once someone is deceased, his or her online accounts live on, whether they are for automatic bill payment, digital...
New Jersey readers could learn Gandolfini estate planning lesson
When it comes to planning for the future, estate planning is one of the most important areas for New Jersey residents to consider. Ensuring that property, assets, valuables and other important items are secured for the future can help individuals be sure that their...
Revocable trusts: How New Jersey residents can avoid scams
Many in New Jersey may be interested in drafting a revocable trust as a way of avoiding probate. While these trusts are popular and provide a lot of flexibility, anyone interested in drafting one must take care to avoid scams. Trusts that are not drafted or funded...
How important are powers of attorney in health and New Jersey?
How many times do people think to themselves that they should plan ahead for possible unforeseen events but yet never seem to get around to doing so? One of the most important yet often neglected details is having in place official powers of attorney especially...


