The $24m Inheritance That Was Almost Split 10 Ways
A $24 million estate. A sudden boating tragedy. A quiet suburban home. Three stories. One lesson: Homemade wills can destroy everything you leave behind. Sydney artist Mimi Jaksic Berger trusted …
A Selfie Isn’t a Will
Life can change in an instant — and sadly, a recent case showed that even a heartfelt selfie video isn’t enough to make your final wishes legal. One person recorded …
Pope Francis’ Final Wish: A Simple Resting Place at Santa Maria Maggiore
Pope Francis, a shepherd to millions and a voice for the voiceless, left the world one final message — a request as simple and heartfelt as the life he lived. …
Passing My Dad’s Necklace on to My Son
My dad passed away a few years ago, and one of the things he wanted me to have was a necklace from his high school days. I cherish it dearly …
What Do I Do If I Want to Undo My Revoked Will?
When life circumstances change, you may alter the decisions you have made in your estate planning documents. You might choose to revoke your will at some point. But what if …
Prevent Being Buried Alive – Inlcude in Your Will
A person being buried alive has happened in several different soap operas. If you have a real fear of this, we can put provisions into your will and trust to …
What Happens to Real Estate with a Mortgage when I Die
Your mortgage, like the rest of your debt, does not simply disappear when you die. If you leave your home that has an outstanding loan to a beneficiary in your …