Amy PrivetteSep 254 minDearly Beloved: The Six Heirs Who Would Benefit from a Protected InheritanceProviding a no-strings-attached inheritance to some of our loved ones may be unwise and perhaps even dangerous. Here's why!
Amy PrivetteAug 21, 20222 minMinor Matters: Addressing the Inheritance Rights of the UnbornWith the use of Assisted Reproductive Technology, children can be born after a parent's death. What does that mean for inheritance laws?
Amy PrivetteJul 23, 20223 minDon't Forget to Put This on Your College-bound Teen's "To-do" List! Before your drop your child off at college, make sure to have these 4 key documents so you can continue to be a safety net for your child.
Amy PrivetteJun 21, 20227 minBirds & Bees and Money Doesn't Grow on Trees: How to Talk to Your Kids about Your Estate PlanParents often want to avoid talking with their kids about estate planning, but it's a much-needed conversation. Here's how to have the talk.
Amy PrivetteJun 1, 20222 minWho will "stand by" you? It matters to your minors.Make sure you name a standby guardian for your minor children should you become temporarily unable to take care of them!
Amy PrivetteJul 26, 20192 minHow to Prepare for College, the Estate Planning WayOnce your kids turn 18, they are adults in the eyes of the law and need their own legal documents. Take steps to secure your child's future!
Amy PrivetteApr 17, 20181 minEstate Planning ArithmeticThe concept behind today's post is really simple -- if you have a change in relationships, you need to change your estate plan.
Amy PrivetteApr 3, 20182 minSo you want to leave everything to your kids and not your spouse? Sorry Charlie!In NC, you cannot disinherit your spouse. The law provides an automatic inheritance right called the elective share. So, what can you do?