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I recently started watching The Pitt, a new medical drama now streaming on Max. The second episode of the series had a storyline that illustrated the importance…
FAQs About Trusts, Trusts, Uncategorized
Retirement accounts often make up a substantial portion of an individual’s estate and warrant thoughtful planning. Naming a trust as the beneficiary of these accounts can offer important…
Financial fraud targeting seniors is a growing crisis, costing older Americans over $3 billion annually. Scammers target older adults because they often have significant savings, retirement funds, or…
FAQs About Probate, Probate
What is an Executor? An executor, sometimes called a”personal representative,” is a person or entity a testator appoints in a Will…
Intestacy
When a person dies without a valid will, their estate is distributed according to North Carolina intestacy laws. Below are answers to frequently…
FAQs About Powers of Attorney and Directives, Medical Powers of Attorney and Directives
If you become incapacitated and do not have a Health Care Power of Attorney, the North Carolina General Statutes determine who can make medical decisions on your behalf.
Intestacy, Wills
Attorney Rania Combs discusses the North Carolina Intestate Succession Act, which dictate how property is distributed when someone dies without a Will in North Carolina.
Estate Planning, Questions About Estate Tax
Under federal tax law, the person making a gift (the donor) is responsible for any federal gift tax due—not the recipient (donee). The gift’s recipient (the donee) does…
Estate Planning, Uncategorized
I read an article last week that served as a sobering reminder of why it’s crucial to plan for the unexpected.The article was about a Pennsylvania couple…
Estate Planning, Odds and Ends, Uncategorized
Cybercriminals are using AI to mimic the voices of our family members. Learn how to protect yourself from voice-cloning scams.