Many Minnesota residents have taken the time to create a will that passes their assets to their family members. Most of the time, the assets are distributed evenly among siblings, but occasionally a person distributes their assets in a different way. If siblings do...
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Can you revoke a power of attorney?
Many Minnesota residents have taken the time to designate a power of attorney. But sometimes a person has the need to revoke a power of attorney. There are a few different ways a person can change or remove a designated power of attorney. There are a few ways a power...
Common reasons why an estate may wind up as a probate dispute
Even when a Minnesota resident plans his estate, problems may arise after their death. There are many reasons why an estate can run into a probate dispute and these often can lead to family distress. Unfortunately, some Minnesota estates are not easily settled. There...
Stan Lee’s estate may become a battlefield
Stan Lee, the legendary Marvel comics creator, died recently, leaving behind a large estate. Minnesota residents who have lost a loved one, know how difficult settling an estate can be. Many times, families wind up in disagreements over how to distribute the estate,...
Substance abuse can affect a person’s estate
Despite how hard families may try, no Minnesota family is perfect. This can make for difficult estate planning for families who have issues in their family. Most parents want to give their children equal share of their estate, but when substance abuse is present it...
James Brown’s estate still not settled 12 years after his death
When a person dies it can be an emotional time for a family. Many people have taken the time to create an estate plan to help establish where their assets will go after they pass. But sometimes things don't go as planned and a will or trust is contested. Or a person...
Ways to avoid elder financial abuse
The population of aging Minnesotans is growing, and along with an aging population comes the worry of abuse. There are many unsavory people out there who prey on older Minnesotans. Elder financial abuse continues to be a major problem but there are ways for families...
When there are questions regarding the executor of an estate
There are many times when Minnesota siblings disagree over a parent's estate. Working out estate matters can be complicated, especially if siblings disagree. When there are inheritance disagreements, it can be stressful, emotional and ultimately, no one wins.If...
Sibling disputes regarding power of attorney
Specifying a Minnesota power of attorney is one of the most important estate planning activities a person should do. A power of attorney has the job because it allows someone the ability to act on behalf of an incapacitated or deceased person. There is either a...
Aretha Franklin died without a will in place
Many Minnesota residents understand the importance of estate planning. Without having the proper legal documents in place, like a will or trust, a person's estate will go through probate, opening up a can of worms among their family members. Failing to plan for what...