Archive for September, 2009

How to Evaluate the Estate of Someone Who Has Died

Sunday, September 27th, 2009

Different assets like possessions, property and money, which belong to a deceased person at the time of his/her death are included to value the estate of a deceased one. Similarly, certain assets that were given away by them within seven years before their death are also included. This valuation must ...

Beneficiary Defective Inheritor’s Trust (BDIT)

Saturday, September 26th, 2009

This is another rung on the ladder of estate planning and trusts. Keep in mind that one misstep could send you down to the bottom of the board again - Similar to the children's game of Chutes and Ladders. If properly planned, the DAPT can turn into something called a ...

Getting Started With Estate Planning – A Few Tips About Wills

Friday, September 25th, 2009

Before one dies it is highly recommended that they have left behind a will and testament. A will and testament is a legal statement that shows how you want your belongings handled when you are deceased. It will show exactly who should be given what you own and the terms ...