No matter what your municipal objective is, whether that means drafting ordinances, managing property issues or negotiating certain contracts, you will need to know as much detail about the case as possible. Failing to do so may lead to avoidable hurdles mid-project....
Regardless of your degree of wealth, you might want to look into an estate plan. After all, these do much more than simply determine where your assets will go after your death. A complex or extensive estate is not necessary in order to have an estate plan, and an...
Your will should always be a work in progress. As your life changes, your will should adapt as well. Most estate planning professionals recommend evaluating and updating your will once a year. This lets you address any changes in a timely manner. There are a few...
If you do not want to burden your close friends and relatives, you are probably thinking about including funeral arrangements in your estate plan. Fortunately, from how the service unfolds to where your remains end up, you can take care of virtually all end-of-life...
An estate plan provides a way for you to think ahead and protect your assets. Maintaining your plan requires ongoing effort throughout your life. Careful preparation can optimize the value and function of your plan. Knowing how to finetune your strategy can help you...
The nuances of municipal law can negatively impact the public when handled carelessly. The public has a right to know when taxes will increase, what triggered the increase and which steps their city plans to take next. While city officials may always encounter some...
When you die intestate, which means without a will, the state law dictates the distribution of your property. For this reason, it is a good idea for everyone to have an estate plan in place because it lets control remain with you. The Legislative Commission notes that...
As a homeowner, your house should be a critical part of your estate plan. According to AARP, your home is your most valuable financial asset. Determining what happens to it after you pass is not always an easy decision. If you have children, you may consider leaving...
Creating a will determines the distribution of your assets after your death. Many people make their will early on years and forget to update it after a major life event. Failing to update a will could jeopardize how you want your assets divided. The chaos and...
Municipal governments have some freedom to govern without being under the thumb of the state or federal government. Home rule is the concept that the city has a right to operate under its own rules as a separate entity from the other levels of government. This power...
