by Vail Gardner | Apr 5, 2023 | Estate Planning
After you have written your will, you’ll need to take steps to ensure it’s valid. In North Carolina, there are three types of wills–holographic, nuncupative, and attested written. Each type has specific requirements to be considered valid. In this...
by Vail Gardner | Mar 30, 2023 | Estate Planning
When you die without a will, the laws of intestate succession take over and dictate who will inherit your estate. This legal process can be complex and unpredictable, often leaving loved ones with an inheritance far different from your expectations. Find out about...
by Vail Gardner | Mar 22, 2023 | Estate Planning
In the state of North Carolina, when a person dies, their will goes through a legal process called probate, by which the court determines whether or not the will is valid. If you’re writing your will, you may wonder, “Do wills have to be probated?”...
by Vail Gardner | Mar 15, 2023 | Estate Planning
When you create an estate plan, one of the most important things to consider is how you want your property and assets distributed after your death. One option for distributing your property is through a trust. Trusts can be very helpful in ensuring that your loved...
by Vail Gardner | Mar 9, 2023 | Estate Planning
A will contest can create hurt feelings, and not a small amount of frustration for a family. If you’ve seen the new mysteries “Knives Out” and its sequel, “Glass Onion,” you can easily see the drama involved in a will contestation. In...
by Vail Gardner | Mar 1, 2023 | Estate Planning
Many people think wills and trusts are the same. However, there are some key differences between these two estate planning tools. Let’s look at the differences between wills and trusts, and explore why a trust might be a better option than only a will....
