Writing a comprehensive will is one of the better ways to retain some control over your estate after your death. When you die and your will goes to probate, your executor essentially takes your place. That is, the person you choose to be your executor performs...
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Getting a divorce? Update these four things in your estate plan
Divorce is emotionally and financially difficult. Chances are, your focus is on finding a way through the immediate difficulties of your divorce; do not lose sight of other essential details during this process. Your estate plan is especially important, and many...
The Law Offices of Saia, Marrocco & Jensen Inc., now offers online notary public services
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine recently announced that Ohio’s mandatory “stay at home” order would be extended until May 1, 2020. During this time, whether you are working from home or using this time to complete tasks that have been put off for some time, you may have found...
How can estate planning help me during a pandemic?
Right now many people are facing a lot of uncertainty, whether that is about getting sick from the ever-spreading COVID-19 pandemic, having to self-quarantine, work stoppages, job loss, school closings/re-opening or closures that may be forthcoming during the...
Why new parents need an estate plan
Becoming a parent is a huge life change. Shortly after your child is born, you and your spouse will spend most of your time on the never-ending tasks of feeding and diapering a newborn, as well as surviving some sleepless nights. One thing new parents often don’t...
Creating an estate plan amidst a major crisis in life
There are many unexpected events which can upend one’s life. A divorce that someone never saw coming, a health crisis that could prove fatal and a motor vehicle collision that results in a permanent disability are just some of the crises that people have to work...
Estate plans and child support
There are many different issues to consider for those who are creating an estate plan or making revisions to an existing estate plan. From figuring out which type of trust works best (or deciding to set up a will) to naming an executor or naming beneficiaries, the...
What should I know before disinheriting a child from my will?
Disinheriting a child from a will is a matter that should be taken very seriously. It usually occurs when a child has been provided financial support in the long term, perhaps at the expense of other children and family members. Emotional factors may also come into...
Should your estate plan encompass digital assets?
When you are creating your will, you may first think about how you want to distribute your physical and financial assets, such as real estate and stocks. However, it is important to consider your digital assets as well. Email accounts, digital bank statements and...
Avoiding estate taxes
The main purpose of estate planning is to ensure that one is able to leave as much of their personal wealth to their designated beneficiaries in Columbus. This is the reason why so many estate planning experts recommend that people structure their estates to avoid...