Unequal Inheritances Can Be Fair
September 25, 2022
The important thing to acknowledge is that the emotions behind the reasons are not trivial, but are important and should not be dismissed or minimized.
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The important thing to acknowledge is that the emotions behind the reasons are not trivial, but are important and should not be dismissed or minimized.
The thought of preparing your own will might feel a little daunting, bringing an onslaught of emotions like fear or sadness.
My father left his house to me and my sister. However, 75% is supposed to be for me and 25% for her. Because she feels that was unfair, she’s fighting with me about selling the house. An example of the estate planning issue of treating heirs equally rather than equitably.
Establishing an estate plan is extremely important. As life changes, it is necessary to update your plan to fit new circumstances.
Property law can be complex and arcane, even for lawyers and judges. The rule against perpetuities is an example of how older property laws can influence how families transfer and inherit property rights. Arcane Law Could VOID Property Rights
Traditional, very simple estate planning may not be sufficient to accomplish estate planning goals in many blended family situations.
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Even Consumer Reports suggests working with an experienced estate planning attorney to make sure documents are correctly prepared.
Naomi Judd left her daughters, performers Ashley Judd and Wynonna Judd, out of her will according to multiple reports.
Marvel Comic’s Stan Lee Estate is one step closer to clearing up a messy legal battle involving accusations of exploitation and elder abuse by the comic book legend’s inner circle, with the settlement of a lawsuit against Lee’s former business manager, Jerardo “Jerry” Olivarez.
All couples can now take advantage of tax benefits for married partners, pass assets from one spouse to another with ease and qualify for Social Security spousal and survivor benefits. However, not all couples want to get married.
