Category: Children
Pass The Love Along Through Proper Estate Planning
Everyone loves surprises on Valentine’s Day, right? While that’s usually true, there are some surprises we could all do without. Losing a parent or loved
Choosing a Trustee for your Children’s Trust
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT Choosing a trustee for your children’s trust is incredibly important. So that’s what we’re gonna discuss today. Are there any guidelines? How do
Setting Up a Trust for Your Child: Avoid These Mistakes
Many people’s first thought when they hear “trust for children” is of wealthy “trust fund babies” — a term that doesn’t have very positive connotations. Perhaps
What are the Disadvantages of a Trust?
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT What are the disadvantages of a trust? This is what we are going to be discussing in this video. I’m Sarah Siedentopf. I’m
How to Set Up a Living Trust in Georgia
If you’re a Georgia resident, and you want to create a complete estate plan that will support your financial goals and protect your loved ones,
Should I set up a trust?
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT Should I set up a trust? What should I consider? I’m attorney Sarah Siedentopf, I do estate planning and probate in Atlanta, Georgia.
Estate Planning Priorities For a Fresh Start
One of the advantages of the New Year is that it provides us all with a fresh start. An opportunity to set new goals, projects,
5 Things An Estate Attorney Can Do, That DIY Estate Planning Services Can’t
Summary: While D.I.Y. estate planning websites offer low-cost, computer-generated forms, potential customers should proceed with caution. The sites cannot provide guidance or legal advice, and
Video: How Do You Know When It’s Time to Update Your Estate Planning Documents?
How do you know when it’s time to update your estate planning documents? As we explain, it’s a matter of your life circumstances, your family
Don’t Mess Up Your Estate Plan! Five Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Summary: When you’re creating your estate plan, even a minor mistake can lead to major future problems. We’re looking at five common estate planning errors
Preventing Estate Planning Disputes Among Siblings
Summary: Even the most well-intentioned person can create rifts among their children, if their estate plan is not carefully crafted or their intentions communicated. To
Video: Should Your Child Be Your Joint Bank Account Owner?
While it might seem convenient to add your child to your bank account, is it a good idea to have them as a joint bank
