When writing a will, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who will serve as executor. This person will be responsible for inventorying and protecting your assets, paying your debts and creditors, and distributing your assets to your heirs. It can...
When a loved one cannot make their own decisions, they often have a power of attorney agent who makes decisions for them. However, knowing what to do when the person dies is difficult. One of the first things you will do is look at the last will and testament to see...
Do you have a plan for what would happen if you couldn’t make decisions for yourself? What if you became incapacitated and couldn’t tell your loved ones what you want? If you don’t have an answer to these questions, then you need to consider creating...
When someone dies, the court must determine how to handle their estate. This process is called probate. A probate court can handle an estate in two ways: testate (dying with a will) or intestate (dying without a will). In this blog post, we will explore the difference...
If you die without a will in place, the state of North Carolina will determine who inherits your assets based on intestate laws. These laws are precise and outline an order in which heirs at law inherit from the deceased. Let’s take a closer look at North...
If you’re like most people, the idea of being resuscitated in the event of a heart attack or other medical emergency is pretty frightening. That’s why it’s essential to understand your options when it comes to advance directives for healthcare....
