Change an Estate Plan: A List of Good Reasons
Change to an estate in Minnesota is supported when the Settlor is of sound mind. Here are a few reasons why people are making changes to their estates in MN [Read More]
Tag: Beneficiary
Beneficiary designations and succession plannings is as or more important than other estate planning documents. Issues range from naming, the division of property, and delegating rights.
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Your Half Sibling Might Inherit More Than You Bargained For
A Half sibling in Minnesota can inherit just as much as your full or whole blooded sibling. Surprising, right? For [Read More]
10 Really Complicated Informal Probate Steps
There are ten (10) informal probate steps in Minnesota. Some folks need help from an estate attorney, while others do [Read More]
I Have No Will Because I Can’t Make Up My Mind
Dying with no will makes sense for some, but does it really? Recently, I met with a person who didn’t [Read More]
IRA Rollover Into a Trust Can Be a Huge Mistake
The rules for an IRA rollover change on an annual basis. Because an IRA cannot be owned by a trust [Read More]
Can my Ex Spouse Really Inherit my Stuff?
Can an ex spouse inherit property from their former spouse after a divorce? In Minnesota, absolutely yes. Although there are [Read More]
Naming “To My Estate” as a Beneficiary is a Broken Plan
When a person says they want to leave everything “to my estate” [their estate], they are often surprised to find [Read More]
Over My Dead Body: Pay Back Your Inheritance
What if you had to pay back your inheritance? Sounds crazy, right? Well, not so fast. Recently, I came across [Read More]