Some executors worry about not locating funds and property that belong to an estate. Ideally, a decedent would have left papers detailing where their assets are. Still, sometimes an executor has to check for missing items, such as unclaimed property. The state of Ohio...
The U.S. Census Bureau reported the population of Westerville, Ohio, as of July 1, 2022, was 28,466. While it is a small town, corruption within the local government is still possible. It is important for those in charge to create an environment where corruption...
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, thinking about what will happen to your assets and loved ones after you are gone may not be a top priority. According to CNBC, 67% of Americans do not have an estate plan. There are several compelling reasons why everyone should...
The Ohio Supreme Court reported 100,053 cases in probate courts in 2022. There is no doubt these courts are very busy. To help ensure everyone's cases move along as quickly as possible, the probate law does allow for certain estates to seek a release from...
The green energy industry is booming in Ohio, and it needs land to grow. That has led local farmers to lease land to solar energy companies for production in greater and greater amounts. It is an exciting opportunity, but one that requires careful consideration before...
When someone dies, their belongings and property form their estate. If you are the executor of an estate, you are responsible for managing these assets and distributing them to the heirs. However, some situations may require you to liquidate or sell some of the estate...
When you live in a municipality in Ohio, you interact daily with rules and regulations that shape your community's way of life. These rules, often referred to as bylaws, play an important role in ensuring the smooth functioning of local governance. So, what exactly...
If you have a life insurance policy or retirement plan, you must take certain actions when it comes to estate planning. These assets have beneficiary designations that say how much of the asset should go to an heir after you are gone. Because these estate planning...
Estate planning is what you do when you want to establish who your assets go to when you die or are otherwise incapacitated. Well-thought-out estate plans ensure that your beneficiaries receive all the assets you want them to have while paying minimal taxes. Here is...
An Ohio estate plan helps you maintain control over your financial, personal and medical affairs, letting you dictate where you want your assets to go, who you want to oversee your estate and more. However, many people neglect to create estate plans, meaning they...
