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In Nevada, if the deceased person's assets exceed $20,000, or if there is real estate involved, probate is normally required.  Topics covered in this whitepaper include: When Does a Probate […]

Contrary to what many people believe, trusts do not inherently protect assets.  The amount of protection a trust can provide for your assets depends on how the terms are written.  […]

Guide to Being a Personal Representative in Nevada from Brad Anderson Anyone who is over the age of 21, of sound mind and has not been convicted of a felony, […]

LGBTQ Estate Planning in Nevada from Brad Anderson This type of agreement is similar to a prenuptial agreement, in that it provides the terms for dividing your property if you […]

When you have no plan, the probate court will determine how to handle your assets, based on the laws of intestate succession. Based on those laws, to whom your property […]

The Probate Process in Nevada from Brad Anderson   Probate is a court proceeding required for most estates in order to transfer property and settle the affairs of the deceased. […]

It is not uncommon for clients to ask, "why do I need a retirement plan?"  Many clients believe that, with social security and a 401K, they have nothing to worry […]

Retirement Planning in Nevada from Brad Anderson   It is time to start planning your retirement. It is better not to rely on your Social Security retirement benefits to be […]

Planning for the future of your beloved family pet should be an important part of your overall estate plan.  There are several options for including the proper provisions in your […]

The purpose of retirement planning is to be prepared for the period of your life when you stop working full-time. You need to consider all aspects of your life, including […]

A trustee is an integral part of a living trust.  The trustee is the person who makes sure the terms of your trust are followed.  Depending on the terms of […]

Definitely.  All business owners expose themselves to some legal or financial risks when they start the business.  Whether a business transaction has gone bad, or a business partner has objections […]

If you own a family business, then business succession planning must be a priority.  Eventually, you will want to retire.  But with a family-owned business, it is not as simple […]

Planning for the future of your pet may be as important as any other part of your estate plan.  Basically, there are three estate planning documents that can be used […]

A pet protection agreement is a document that allows you to decide ahead of time who will take care of your pets and exactly how they will be cared for. […]

If you haven’t started considering your retirement plan yet, it is not too late to start.  Though Social Security provides some retirement income, most of us are hoping for a […]

Most married couples in our country take for granted their assumed right to visit their spouses in the hospital and to make medical decisions for their spouses, when necessary.  The […]

A power of attorney is an essential component of every comprehensive estate plan.  This valuable tool can provide specific instructions for what should be done in the event you become […]