How to protect your assets and plan for the future

By Burton A. Brown

If you have been wondering what you can do to protect your assets and plan for the future, know that it is never too early to start your estate plan. A good estate plan will help you and your loved ones:

• maintain control of your healthcare and finances;

• avoid crisis management;

• provide for your wishes; and

• avoid probate court.

Why avoid probate court?

Probate court is a complicated, long, and drawn-out process that can be incredibly stressful and end up costing your loved ones thousands of dollars in court costs. With probate court, you do not get to decide how your estate is divided up—the court does. This leaves your loved ones with no choice but to follow the court’s decisions.

Why avoid crisis management?

No one wants to leave a mess for their loved ones to clean up after they are gone. Crisis management is both a messy and extremely expensive undertaking for any person. Do not leave your loved ones behind with no guidance on how you want your estate taken care of. Call our office so that we can help avoid any major hindrances to your wishes.

What about veterans?

Veterans benefits can sometimes continue after death. In the event of an unexpected passing, families often find comfort in knowing they are carrying out their loved one’s wishes. Make sure your family and loved ones are provided for by getting all of your benefits and affairs in order with an estate plan.

Contact us to tailor your estate plan to fit your individual needs and give you the peace of mind knowing your assets and family are taken care of.