Making arrangements for your estate and other end-of-life duties are usually not easy to face, so choosing the right estate executor to take on these duties after you pass can offer you peace of mind that your heirs receive money, property and other assets without a...

Provided they have limited incomes and assets, disabled Hoosiers often qualify for Supplement Security Income or other needs-based government help. A special needs trust is an estate planning tool that provides funds for the benefit of your disabled loved one without...

Indiana residents like you spend time, effort and money on your estate in your lifetime. You want your loved ones and beneficiaries to inherit it after your death without any hang-ups or legal difficulties. But how can you ensure this? One way to do so is by making...

Estate planning may seem like it is only for people who have a considerable amount of assets to wrangle or for the elderly, but this is not true. Even if you are at a lower income level and comparatively young, having a will in place is a must. However, particularly...

As the parent of a disabled child, you likely have some trepidation about your son’s or daughter’s future. After you die, you may worry your child will lack the funds necessary to have a decent life. This may be true even if your loved one is eligible for needs-based...

Indiana residents who are taking the wise step to create an estate plan might be under the impression that a will or a trust is sufficient. However, there are other aspects of an estate plan that should be considered, especially for those who have deeply held beliefs...

For many, talking about death makes them uncomfortable. However, not talking about it does not mean that one should avoid planning for it. Death is an inevitable part of life, which makes estate planning an essential step to take. Whether you choose to start the...

Many farmers who work the land outside of Indianapolis have put a lot of time and sweat into their family farms. As a result of their work, and with a bit of luck, they may have accumulated a lot of acreage as well as other wealth that they hope to pass down to the...

As Indiana residents think about and prepare for the future with an estate plan, minor issues in the document might come to the forefront. However, this can prevent them from ensuring that the larger issues are addressed and the document is as comprehensive as it...

A guardianship is a useful estate planning tool that can be helpful in some situations and is worth understanding for many estate planners. A guardianship can help with loved ones who are disabled or can help as part of the process of planning for incapacity. A...