Are You Leaving Chaos For Your Significant Other If You’re Not Married? By: Cristin Gerczak, Esq. December 1, 2020 Did you know that without an estate plan, your live-in life-long significant other won’t receive any portion of your estate assets if you aren’t...
By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. October 8, 2017 What to do After a Loved One’s Death – Checklist Following the passing of a loved one, you will understandably be overwhelmed with many emotions. Simultaneously, while trying to process the loss, you may be thrusted into...
Importance of Prenuptial Agreement in Estate Planning By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. March 6, 2020 Prenuptial agreements don’t have the best reputation. Because of this, couples – especially wealthy couples – may keep the act of “signing a prenup” secret. They...
Am I Responsible for My Deceased Parent or Spouse’s Bills? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 19, 2015 [BEGIN TRANSCRIPT] HAIMO: Generally speaking, you are not responsible for the debts of another person unless you actively agree to be responsible for those debts. [END...
By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. MONTH 27, 2020 The Importance of Communication in Estate Planning: Between You and Your Family Sometimes people just don’t feel comfortable talking to their family about what they plan to do with their estate. And that makes sense. You’re...
How Your Aunts’ and Uncles’ Lack of Estate Planning Can Impact Your Family By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq.February 14, 2020 When we think about estate planning, those who are parents themselves often think about their children and plans for them. Those who don’t...