by Knee Law | May 16, 2022 | Estate Planning, Inheritance
The Relationship Between Bankruptcy, Inheritances, and Estate Planning If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, there are a few things you should know about how it might impact a prospective inheritance as well as your estate plan. Bankruptcy can sometimes affect...
by Knee Law | May 12, 2022 | Estate Planning, Wills
Is Naming Your Child As Executor the Right Decision? When you name an executor in your New Jersey will, they need to be at least 18 years old. Although it’s common for people to name one of their children as their executor, you don’t have to. In some...
by Knee Law | May 8, 2022 | Estate Law, Estate Planning
Frequently Asked Questions About Life Estates A life estate is a type of ownership interest in property that is based on the lifespan of the owner. The owner, known as the “life tenant,” has the right to use and enjoy the property for as long as they live....
by Knee Law | Apr 16, 2022 | Estate Planning, Inheritance
How to Ensure Your Stepchildren Receive an Inheritance Whether you’re creating a will or an entire estate plan, there are some challenges you may encounter when stepchildren are involved. Nearly 60% of people in the U.S. don’t have a will despite the need...
by Knee Law | Apr 12, 2022 | Estate Planning
Signs It’s Time to Update Your Estate Plan Did you know that roughly a quarter of people with wills have an obsolete document? Outdated estate plans can cause a lot of confusion and disagreements after you pass away, so it’s important to remember to update...
by Knee Law | Apr 8, 2022 | Estate Planning, Wills
How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Estate When you appoint someone as the executor for your will, you are trusting them to administer all the details of your estate in an accurate and timely fashion. An executor has a legal duty to administer your estate in a...
