Young parents often have a number of unique issues when it comes to estate planning. This is because younger parents are more likely to have small children who require special consideration. Young parents in Wisconsin and elsewhere should focus on a few things when...
In general, it is better to have a will than to not have one. If you die without a will or some kind of estate plan in place that determines how your assets will be distributed, such as a trust or beneficiary designations, the state of Wisconsin decides what will...
Anyone can become disabled. Many people in Wisconsin have friends and family who've found themselves unable to work through no fault of their own. When people become disabled, there are a few different ways for them to replace their lost income. There are private...
When an individual passes away in Wisconsin, their estate might go into probate. If you're one of their heirs or an individual named in their will, you're probably wondering how long probate will take. Unfortunately, there's no way to give an exact answer. There are...
Public attitudes towards same-sex marriage have changed dramatically over the last two decades. An October 2020 public opinion survey (Public Religion Research Institute) places support at 70%, but 16 years earlier, support was only 30%. The tipping point in public...
Wisconsin has many families with significant assets that will get transferred from one generation to the next. The potential asset transfers in the United States are anticipated to reach up to $68 trillion over the next 25 years and set a national record for total...
Many people who are involved in handling an estate have heard about the probate process, but they might not be exactly clear as to what it entails. Probate is a very common part of the distribution of assets for people who have passed away in Wisconsin. It doesn't...
Estate planning can be a large undertaking, particularly for older people who have accumulated a lot of assets. As a result, many people in Wisconsin tell themselves myths and falsehoods about estate planning so they can keep putting it off. But neglecting to plan...
Everyone in Wisconsin should have an estate plan in place. These days, there are plenty of ways to develop an estate plan; it's never been easier to find a will template online and fill it out. There are even low- and no-cost forms for people who want to designate...
There are many considerations that come to mind when planning your estate, not the least of which is how and what to leave behind for loved ones and minor children should you no longer be there. Many people decide to set up a trust as a means of having more control...
