by Vail Gardner | Aug 17, 2022 | Estate Planning
When planning for the future, many couples consider opening a spousal lifetime access trust, or SLAT. This type of trust can offer many benefits to married couples, but you should consider the potential drawbacks. So, is a spousal lifetime access trust right for you?...
by Vail Gardner | Aug 10, 2022 | Estate Planning
It is hard to imagine a world without ourselves in it. It is even harder to imagine your children having to live without you, especially if they are still small. However, the unthinkable does happen sometimes. It’s worth planning for, just in case. Learn what...
by Vail Gardner | Jul 27, 2022 | Estate Planning
When it comes to planning for the future, many individuals think about writing a will. A last will and testament outlines your wishes for the distribution of your assets after you die. However, there is another legal document that you may want to consider – a...
by Vail Gardner | Jul 14, 2022 | Estate Planning
In medical and legal planning, POA stands for power of attorney. A North Carolina health care POA names an agent to make health care decisions when you cannot make or communicate them yourself. It differs from a financial POA, which addresses money and property, and a...
by Vail Gardner | Jul 8, 2022 | Estate Planning
When it comes to taking care of your health and well-being as you age, you likely want to maintain your independence as long as possible. However, at some point, you may need assistance from others to make decisions about your care. But where to begin? First, learn...
by Vail Gardner | Jun 15, 2022 | Estate Planning
An ex-wife generally has no automatic inheritance rights after an absolute divorce in North Carolina. Divorce usually revokes provisions benefiting a former spouse in an existing will, but exceptions apply. Beneficiary designations, property ownership, and Social...
