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Not everyone understands what an estate involves. Many assume that an estate refers to the assets of a deceased person who had a high net worth. That's not an accurate definition, as people of even modest means have an estate when they pass away in Alabama....
Over the course of your life in Alabama, you may have accumulated significant assets. It's natural to want to pass those assets along to family, charity or perhaps some combination of the two. It's important to keep in mind that estate taxes can potentially take a big...
If you own property in more than one state, you will need to factor in that property in your estate plan. The probate process that will ensue due to that kind of ownership will be slightly different than what other people in Alabama normally go through. Understanding...
Setting up a trust fund in Alabama can help preserve your assets in a number of situations. The assets protected by trust funds can include those you intend for charities as well as ones meant to support your retirement funds and more. The federal tax code and state...
Alabama has its own set of laws to punish computer crimes. However, people accused of computer crimes may also risk being charged with federal offenses as well. Congress passed the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act in 1986 to address the increasing variety of computer...
Estate planning in Alabama is often associated with older or extremely wealthy people, and millennials often do not consider themselves to be part of either demographic. For this reason, millennials may scoff at the idea of having an estate plan. But there are many...
Estate planning might seem like a complicated process for most Alabama residents. Most people want to make sure they’re leaving their loved ones with more than enough to take care of things after they’ve passed on. But the reality is that the money you set aside now...
Estate planning is a great way to make sure your loved ones are looked after and protect your assets if you become incapacitated or die. However, many people neglect to plan for their own incapacity, which can have serious financial consequences. The cost of long-term...
Driving under the influence is a danger to everyone on the road. In Alabama, the court takes this charge seriously, mandating heavy penalties for a first offense. In certain situations, a driver has the right to refuse DUI testing, but this choice can have...
Transferring assets and going through belongings can be a stressful time for any Alabama family. The process is made a little easier through estate planning. Even with a detailed estate plan, most estates will have to go through probate court still. How long going...
