Characters from the Marvel Comics universe, like Spider-Man and Captain America, are familiar names among many Ohio residents. The passing of Stan Lee, the company’s founder, leaves behind a large estate. Any will or trust established by the former publisher and chairman has not yet been publicly disclosed. If an estate plan is lacking, then […]
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An in-depth look at probate
Probate has earned a bad reputation over the years. Many people ask how they can avoid it because they worry about how much time and money it will cost them. It is true that there are many myths about probate, but it is possible that the negative reputation comes from people going into it unprepared. […]
Divorce and avoiding financial mistakes
Ohio couples who are planning to get divorced should know that the process can be lengthy and have emotional consequences. They should also be particularly aware of how getting divorced can negatively affect their finances in the present and in the future and of what steps to take to mitigate that impact. For many people, […]
Estate planning details that should not be ignored
Ohio residents should make sure to avoid a few common errors when creating estate plans. For example, some people create a trust and then do not fund it properly. Assets might need to be retitled to be placed in a trust, or there may be some other required procedures. Estate owners should also be aware […]
4 ways parents can make divorce, custody easier on children
Divorce can be very difficult on children. Even if the divorce is best for everyone, children can still be sad that their parents no longer live together and fearful about what will happen to their relationship with each parent. They might struggle with anxiety, guilt and confusion, as well. As parents, you can do a […]
Alimony, child tax deductions changed by TCJA
Tax changes put in place by the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in 2017 will have implications for some Ohio couples who are getting a divorce. Two of the main issues deal with how deductions are taken for children and the treatment of alimony. Instead of divorced parents being able to take […]
Financial Powers of Attorney in Ohio
Executing a Financial Power of Attorney may be a wise decision. For married couples, with joint bank accounts (and joint access to manage monies), a financial power of attorney may appear at first less beneficial. Yet there are many other situations, whether married or otherwise, where having a trusted agent acting on your behalf may […]
Ohio Last Will Execution Requirements
When many clients envision what it’s like to prepare their wills, they imagine an empty room with their estate planning attorney at a desk signing a document to establish who inherits their property after they die. They get a feeling that invokes both relief and uncertainty for the future. However, many do not realize that […]
