Many people are familiar with the need to designate beneficiaries for IRA, 401(k), 403(b) and other types of retirement accounts. What about non-retirement or “non-qualified” accounts? A Transfer on...
Q&A: What are the different types of Power of Attorney?
Understanding the various types of Power of Attorney (POA) can save you from unfortunate situations. It doesn't matter if you’re choosing a type of POA to make decisions on your behalf or to help a...
Q&A: How can I ensure my assets pass efficiently to my heirs? (Part 2)
Last month, our Q&A focused on a few steps to take to help ensure your assets will transition to your heirs in a private manner without the court system getting involved. In addition, we...
Q&A: How can I ensure my assets pass efficiently to my heirs? (Part 1)
Protecting your assets and taking the necessary steps to provide a smooth transfer to your loved ones is important. Oftentimes, certain steps are not properly addressed, and a person’s assets end up controlled by the courts. Fortunately, for most people, there are simple steps you can take to ensure your assets and personal belongings transfer in a private manner.