Minnesota residents set up their estate plans to ease the stress during an already painful time for their families. While it’s usually older residents setting up estate plans, an unexpected death can be ten times more painful without something in place - regardless of...
When a loved one dies, the heirs often have some work to do. Estate planning is essential because you can save your heirs a lengthy probate process and a lot of money if you already have your will or other legal documents in order. We don't always know beforehand that...
Minnesota is an equitable division state for purposes of divorce, which means that, absent an agreement between the estranged spouses, marital assets can be divided in such a manner that a judge will deem to be fair. This may mean that you'll cede control of your...
Creating an estate plan is an essential part of passing on your legacy. After you pass away, your loved ones will look to your will and other estate planning documents to determine your final wishes. When your estate plan is missing critical information, it can be...
In a divorce, assets such as your Minnesota home will need to be divided in an equitable fashion. A number of factors will likely be evaluated to determine if a proposed settlement can be considered equitable. Those factors may include when an item was acquired, how...
If you are in a blended family, you may already know that estate planning can be a bit more complicated than in traditional families. There are more potential heirs to consider, and you must ensure that your assets get distributed the way you want them to be. You...
When the subject of separation is brought up or after being served with divorce papers, the gut reaction for most people in Minnesota is to leave the marital home they share with their soon-to-be ex. However, this might be the greatest mistake you'll ever make during...
A beneficiary designation is a way for you to pass your assets on after you die. Here are some common estate planning mistakes that Minnesota residents make when they're getting their affairs in order. You're not always covered with a will alone One popular...
Going through a divorce in Minnesota is never easy, and selling your house can be one of the hardest tasks you face during this time. If you are not careful, you could end up losing a lot of money in the process. The following tips can help minimize the stress and...
Estate planning might become a top priority among older people interested in caring for family members. Millennials might be the beneficiaries of many Minnesota wills and trusts, but younger persons shouldn’t think they don’t need to make their estate plans. No matter...
