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Vehicles and the Probate Process in New Jersey
When drafting your Will and contemplating the probate process, it is good to know your options when it comes to vehicles you own. A car is considered personal property and will normally need to go through the probate process in order to be transferred to the person named in the Will. However, if you are […]
Read More....The Camp Lejeune Justice Act Signed Into Law
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act was finally signed into law this past month, giving those who may have been affected by the contaminated water at the camp a chance to achieve justice and compensation for the severe medical damages resulting from the contaminated water supply. Camp Lejeune was a United States Military training facility in […]
Read More....Supreme Court of New Jersey Says the Three-Day Attorney Review Period Does Not Apply to a Real Estate Auction
In 2016, Mengxi Liu participated in a real estate auction where she bid $1.1 million for a property owned by Max Spann Real Estate. Liu subsequently made a deposit on the property in the amount of $121,000. Unfortunately, Liu was not able to consummate the sale after making the deposit and Spann refused to return […]
Read More....Did You Actually Read Your Home Improvement Contract?
Doing some home improvement to your home, your shore house, or investment property can be exciting. You have a vision, a good contractor, and you’re eager to get started. However, it’s important to take your time with the home improvement contract. Be sure that it is thorough, clear, and includes all necessary items before you […]
Read More....Revoke a Will in New Jersey
When you revoke a will you void the previous will, this mainly happens when the old will no longer serves a purpose to your current situation. There are many instances in which a Will drafted at an earlier time in life is no longer applicable to you and the people in your life. When this […]
Read More....What are the Requirements for a Valid Will in New Jersey?
When drafting your Last Will and Testament, it is important to know what steps must be taken in order for you to have a valid will. There are several requirements to discuss, and by taking them into consideration while you are drafting your Will, it is more likely that it will be considered valid by […]
Read More....How to Address Your Funeral Arrangements as Part of Estate Planning in New Jersey
When addressing your funeral arrangements it can be easy to disregard certain elements of estate planning when you’re giving attention to seemingly more important items like what will happen to your property and other assets after you’re gone. However, considering your own funeral arrangements is an important step that can ensure your wishes are met, […]
Read More....Determining and Paying the Debts of an Estate in New Jersey
Determining and paying the debts of the decedent and ensuring they are paid is one of the most important steps in the probate process. Along with marshaling the decedent’s assets, their debts must also be marshaled in order to account for any unpaid loans, medical bills, credit card bills, or other types of debt. Who […]
Read More....Amending or Revising a Will in New Jersey – The Codicil
Amending or Revising a Will and Testament can take a lot of time, money, and energy. Codicils are an alternative. Consider a codicil as an amendment to your Will if you do not want to re-write the entire document. There are a few things to consider, however. What is a Codicil? A codicil is a […]
Read More....The Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets in New Jersey
You need to consider both probate assets and non-probate assets when you are making decisions about your estate planning and who your beneficiaries will be. Similarly, if you are trying to account for all of a decedent’s assets as an administrator or executor, you will need to know the difference between probate assets and non-probate […]
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