Much of the work of an estate planning attorney revolves around big, complex tools for protecting clients' assets and allowing them to leave a lasting legacy after they are gone. Still, one of the most important documents in estate planning is the humble power of...
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Month: June 2021
Keeping your loved ones protected
The estate planning attorneys at Stefans Law Group tell their clients that a good plan needs to be updated every few years, or after major life events. Some people are a little taken aback when they hear this advice. They have just gone through all the work of...
Using a legacy trust to protect your wealth for your descendants
You have worked hard to accrue wealth over the course of your career. You want that wealth to benefit your children, grandchildren and beyond. But simply leaving the money to them in your will puts it in danger of dissipation. Each time one of your descendants gets a...
Taking shortcuts with estate planning?
Whether it is due to financial challenges, not realizing the importance of planning ahead, or simply wanting to put off the inevitable, many Americans are falling short when it comes to getting their house in order for the sake of the loved ones who will survive them....
Common misconceptions about estate planning
While many New Yorkers may have realized the importance of having an estate plan in place in the last year, few may have acted on their impulse to plan for the future. This is because there are some common misconceptions about estate planning: Estate planning is too...