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Probate is the process of finalizing the estate of someone who died. It helps ensure matters follow the law and heirs receive their proper inheritance. The Colorado Bar Association notes that state law requires all estates with assets valued over $74,000 to go through...
A comprehensive estate plan addresses more than just your wishes after your death. When you draft your estate plan, consider what will happen if you become incapacitated and unable to make medical decisions for yourself. A medical power of attorney designation...
When done right, co-parenting can help your children learn critical skills that can help them in their future endeavors. For instance, they might see you manage your emotions, negotiate and solve problems. However, when you struggle to navigate disagreements over...
It can be difficult to make decisions after a loved one passes. Naturally, you will be in mourning and knowing what to do, when, and where to do it seems impossible. There is a very precise process for dealing with the disposition of a will, lack of a will or trust....
Planning an estate is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of managing personal finances and assets. It can safeguard the future of your family and ensure that they respect your wishes after your departure. However, first-time estate planners often commit errors that...
After a divorce, parents still need to collaborate and compromise on a wide variety of issues for the sake of their child's well-being. One topic of discussion you will likely encounter, especially if you and your ex live in different school districts, is where...
Your relationship with your spouse has eroded so much that you avoid each other and rarely exchange words. Both of you know what is in store: divorce proceedings. Big changes will soon come, but before these changes arrive, you must prepare because you have a number...
Probate is the handling of a deceased person's estate for distribution to their beneficiaries. According to the Denver Bar Association, every estate must go through probate, but the complexity of an estate significantly impacts the process. Various factors might...
Naming an executor is an important aspect of estate planning, as this person handles the terms of a will. While an honor, there are many reasons why someone might want to avoid the responsibility. Often, an executor is a family member or loved one. Such people may be...
January tends to be peak divorce season. According to Fatherly, the new year brings a steep increase in divorce filings. The trend is noticeable enough for January to earn the title of Divorce Month. See below for some potential reasons for this strange phenomenon....