by Hartmann Law | Apr 19, 2024 | Estate Planning
Divorce has many moving parts, and now there is another one to consider – your estate plan. You and your spouse likely created much of your estate plan together and are intermingled in most of it. In addition to everything else that comes with divorce, you will need...
by Hartmann Law | Mar 20, 2024 | Estate Planning
Everyone should have a will; no matter how many assets you have or how much you think they are worth, a last will is essential in the estate planning process. However, writing up a will is not as easy as it seems, and there are many times that unforeseen errors could...
by Hartmann Law | Feb 21, 2024 | Legal Tips
Businesses evolve over time, and so do their needs and risks. As your business grows, keeping it up-to-date with what you need, including the choice of business structure, is essential. When you first open your company, it is common to start with a sole proprietorship...
by Hartmann Law | Jan 29, 2024 | Estate Planning
The estate planning process can be complicated, leading to many people believing misconceptions that are heard through the grapevine. In reality, much of what we hear about estate planning and the probate process is simply not true. So, as you begin the process of...
by Hartmann Law | Dec 13, 2023 | Estate Planning, Legal Tips
The words last will and trust get thrown around quite a lot when estate planning, and while many have a blanket understanding of what they mean, it is crucial to go into estate planning with a solid foundation of education on what to expect when meeting with an...
by Hartmann Law | Nov 16, 2023 | Estate Planning
Estate planning is the process of assessing and organizing your assets to ensure they are properly transferred and handed down to your loved ones upon your passing. It is seen as a nonnegotiable to many as it can significantly impact whether or not your wishes are...
by Hartmann Law | Oct 24, 2023 | Legal Tips
Assigning a power of attorney is more than simply choosing someone to speak on your behalf when you are incapacitated. Much more goes into the choice and what they can do for you. Since these individuals will speak for you and abide by your wishes when you cannot do...
by Hartmann Law | Sep 15, 2023 | Legal Tips
Probates can look different for every family. It is likely to last a few months to as long as over a year, depending on the amount of assets and difficulties that arise within the last will and the beneficiaries. Probate will also last longer if the deceased did not...
by Hartmann Law | Aug 22, 2023 | Legal Tips
On the long list of things involved in estate planning, your family home is one of the most important aspects. As you try to figure out the best way to pass the property down to your children or family, you might face many options and become overwhelmed. Although...
by Hartmann Law | Aug 15, 2023 | Legal Tips
It is reasonable to want to provide for your children or grandchildren as you begin the process of estate planning. However, good intentions and poor execution can leave your next of kin not getting the full amount of what they deserve. These unintended results can be...
