| Failing to Make and Leave a Will |
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| Although estimates vary, it's pretty safe to say that more than 50 percent of the people who could make and leave a will fail to do so. More... |
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| Bank Account Co-Ownership Myths |
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| One confusing aspect of estate planning is the numerous myths about the co-ownership of bank accounts. The different types of bank accounts are often confused with the standard forms of property co-ownership. This article discusses some of the myths about the co-ownership of bank accounts. More... |
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| Trust Elements - Trust Property - II |
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| A trust has five main elements. First, a settlor transfers some or all of his or her property. Second, the property transferred by the settlor is designated trust property. Third, the trust property designated by the settlor is transferred with the settlor's intent that it be managed by another. Fourth, the trust property designated by the settlor is transferred for management by a trustee. Fifth, the trust property designated by the settlor is managed by a trustee for the benefit of a beneficiary. More... |
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| Lapse and Mistake |
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| One of the main purposes for making and leaving a will is to guide the administration of the estate of the testator--the person who made the will. A will should be written in language that is clear and indisputable. Alas, the language in a will may be unclear or vague. This article discusses the will interpretation and construction issues of lapse and mistake. More... |
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| The Natural Objects of One's Bounty - III |
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| This article is the third part of a three-part series describing the traditional names for the various members of one's family. More... |
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