When you decided to make a plan for your estate, you likely prepared a Last Will and Testament, and figured your job was done. Although...

If you have been asked to serve as the executor of another person’s last will and testament, you may feel honored and terrified at the...

There is a lot of “to and fro” in the press about the need for a revocable trust. The diversity of opinions on the matter makes a lot of...

What is a revocable living trust? Isn’t it the same as a will? Why do so many financial experts advocate and push people to do the...

It is difficult to think about the end of life, but it is inevitable. This is why estate planning is such an essential step to take....

A “revocable living trust” sounds very official, and even a bit confusing. What is it? Why have one? What is all of the “hype” by such...

Making your last will and testament is a very serious process that should involve a lot of thought and consideration. You’ll want to make...

It’s always admirable to try tackling a task on your own. Every day people elect to handle their own car repairs, home improvements and...

Receiving an inheritance can arrive with a mix of emotions. As it generally comes with the passing of someone close to you, there is...

While we at Northern Virginia Trusts & Estates do not offer adult guardianships as part of our legal services, it is a topic worth...

Making out a will is a critical and necessary endeavor for anyone, and if you don’t have one yet, it’s time to make this a priority as...

Before we get started, let’s clear up some confusion about the term “Catholic living will”.  There is no such document as a Catholic...

The online revolution over the last 10 or 15 years has made it very easy to find the answers to perform nearly anything, including how to...

Many individuals choose to use an irrevocable trust as part of their estate planning efforts in an effort to maximize tax savings....

The vast majority of individuals have not made a will. Many have not even thought of putting together a will, despite the importance of...

Far too many people put off writing their wills until it is too late. Some people just do not think it is appropriate for their...

New parents experience major changes in almost every part of their lives. When parents welcome a child into the world, there are a host...

A will is not just important for after your death. It also makes provisions for how you would like to be cared for if you are unable to...

Doing your will online might sound cheap and easy, but you should read this list of things to watch out for first. Cutting corners with...

Read this list of FAQ that married couples should be thinking about when it comes to estate planning. Estate planning is an important...