It is a common misconception that you do not need a will unless you have substantial assets. This just is not true. A will ensures that what assets you do have are distributed to the people you designate. Without a will, loved ones will have to turn to the courts to figure out who will [...]

A will is one of those things that people don’t like to think about. What could be more unpleasant than thinking about your own death? How will you split up your most cherished mementos to the loved ones you’re leaving? Are you going to have to call an attorney? How much will it cost?
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People in non-traditional relationships often end up with a double whammy when a death occurs. There is the expected grief and sense of loss coupled with a realization that your relationship may not be recognized. This means if there’s no will, you probably will be excluded from asset distribution. It’s not just same sex couples [...]