Estate Planning

The good old pen and paper always seem reliable, especially when you want to keep important details to yourself. You might even have a handwritten will already written, tucked away somewhere. But is it legally valid in Colorado? What is a handwritten (holographic)...

You’ve worked hard to build a life you’re proud of. Naturally, you want to protect what you’ve earned and make things easier for your loved ones.  If you live in Loveland or the surrounding area, you might have considered handling your estate planning by yourself....

Testators establishing estate plans often enjoy contemplating how an inheritance may benefit their loved ones. They might picture their grandchildren paying off their student loans or using their inheritance as a down payment for a home, for example. Many people...

Many people begin estate planning because they want to protect their loved ones. For others, concern about their resources could inspire them to create or adjust an estate plan. Those who have started, purchased or inherited a business or professional practice may...

When creating an estate plan, most people focus on wills and trusts, assuming these are the only documents needed to secure their wishes. However, adding powers of attorney (POA) to your estate plan may be just as important, as they can offer protection for your...

There are many financial details that people may need to consider when planning their estates. For example, those who have beneficiaries with special needs may need to take steps to help them maintain certain state benefits. A lump-sum inheritance could make an...

Some people justify their estate planning procrastination by pointing to intestate succession laws. There are state statutes that determine how the probate courts distribute property when an individual dies without a will. In theory, intestate succession laws help...

Personal values and family relationships can influence the type of legacy one person hopes to leave when they die. For some people, a simple will is all they really need to express their wishes. They may have only one or two beneficiaries and limited resources. For...

Some people in Colorado can take control of their legacies with a simple will. They don't need an assortment of different documents as long as they have a valid will on record. Wills allow people to choose their own beneficiaries and outline what resources different...

If you’re a parent of a child with a significant disability, planning for their long-term care is likely one of your top priorities. Among your priorities should be helping to ensure their continued access to government benefits and supplementing their financial...