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11/08/2021

05/10/2021

When clients want a specific family member to have the chance to purchase property (real estate or other assets) they may want to provide for a "right of first refusal". See my latest blog post addressing this issue here https://attorneydolenga.com/can-you-include-a-right-of-first-refusal-in-an-estate-plan/

Is it legal for to include a Right of First Refusal (sometimes referred to as the First Right of Refusal) on certain items or on property

04/22/2021

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04/20/2021

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04/13/2021

It seems like we are so close to winning the war on Covid and so many front line workers have given so much to keep us safe. Hopefully everyone takes a moment to realize how quickly the world, and our individual lives, can change. It is critical to plan ahead. Have a look at my recent blogpost for more information. https://attorneydolenga.com/put-yourself-first-with-the-right-estate-planning-prescription/

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, what have done to prepare for your own future and care? A revocable living trust is a terrific way to protect your assets.

04/09/2021

A little simple planning can go a long way toward protecting your assets and your family. Here is my latest blog post. Feel free to call if you are ready to start your estate plan. Don't wait for a tragedy!
https://attorneydolenga.com/3-straightforward-ways-to-avoid-probate-costs/

Probate is defined as the court-supervised process of distributing a deceased person’s assets. The estate can be subject to several costs and fees

03/22/2021

Another example of why advanced planning is so important.
https://attorneydolenga.com/estate-planning-case-studies-from-2020-chadwick-boseman-and-eddie-van-halen/

Estate planning is the process by which an individual makes decisions during their lifetime regarding their money, property, and other valuable assets in the event they can no longer make decisions for themselves and/or when they pass away.

03/01/2021

Deciding whether you need a will, a trust, or both will depend on your circumstances and goals. Find more information at my blog https://attorneydolenga.com/do-i-need-a-will-or-a-trust-or-both/

I frequently receive phone calls from potential clients asking about a will or a trust but are not really sure which they need. While it is always wise to contact experts like us, it is also important to understand the basics. Here are some quick and simple tips: What a Revocable Living Trust Can Do...

04/14/2020

Hope you and your family are staying safe and have all you need for the upcoming month!

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04/10/2020

Hope you and your families are staying safe out there!!

We are continuing business as usual to help others through this crisis. If you have any questions please call or send me a message. I'd be happy to assist you in anyway I can.

Who will make decisions about your finances and health (maybe even your life) if you get COVID-19?

04/07/2020

The coronavirus pandemic has led to a skyrocketing demand for wills and estate planning.

03/20/2020

Drafting your own plan may result in financial and emotional consequences. Mistakes in drafting can profoundly alter familial relationships, causing confusion, disappointment and, at its worst, hostile litigation.

03/10/2020

It never hurts to be prepared

There’s a new virus that’s emerging, novel “coronavirus,” also called “COVID-19.” It first appeared in Wuhan, China in late 2019 and reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) on December 31, 2019. Here’s a link to the WHO’s site for the latest global information.

03/07/2020

When's the last time you updated your will? Could your beneficiaries have changed? If you have a trust, did you actually fund it? Is your plan ready for the new SECURE Act? Here are five mistakes you don't want to make.

03/07/2020

Having an estate plan is among the most important things you can do for your loved ones. It is, however, a task many of us dread and put off dealing with until later in life. If there is one thing we can recommend, it is that it is never too early to start planning, but it can be too late.

02/03/2020

With the untimely and tragic deaths of NBA All-Star Kobe Bryant and rapper Nipsey Hussle, there is one thing that is evident: death can occur at any place and time, and people must have their affairs in order ahead of time. Death is not reserved for the elderly or the sick who know their time…

01/17/2020

Saw this in my news feed from Scientific America and thought I'd share it!! Interestingly enough my temperature has ran low my whole life...

A new study finds that they have dropped, on average, over the past century and a half

01/15/2020

While estate planning might not be top of mind for young entrepreneurs and business owners, it is essential to plan for all of life’s contingencies.