Those who die without a will or trust to direct the disbursement of their property might get their belongings handed to a court. It's important to remember that estate planning is not only helpful for when you die but in the present as well. In the state of Oregon,...

Married couples with children may take estate planning seriously. Those with sizeable assets might write a will to make things easier for beneficiaries and surviving partners. Single persons in Oregon should not overlook the benefits of effective estate planning,...

Most Oregon residents associate incapacity with old age, but even young people in good health can be involved in accidents that leave them unable to manage their financial and medical affairs. This is why comprehensive estate plans should include documents like health...

Many individuals in Oregon worry about whether their loved ones will end up with the burden of having to pay their estate taxes after they die. Fortunately, there may be a way to reduce them with an irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT). Here’s what you need to know...

Many people in Oregon don't realize that it's possible for some institutions to deny their power of attorney. If you don't re-execute the form on an annual basis, your agent may experience difficulties in attempting to perform their duties on your behalf. Financial...

Most people's estates fall below the Internal Revenue Service's exemption limits, but some are well over the threshold. There are also estates right at the edge of the exemption amount. Taking legal steps to avoid the estate tax might benefit those wishing to protect...

Although there is no certain way to prevent fights, you can reduce the possibility of arguments occurring after your death. You should be transparent with your family and beneficiaries about what your estate plan is and whether you might adjust it over time. You...

All adults living in Oregon should undergo the estate planning process. This is is a necessity for not only determining who gets your assets but also to help ensure that your wishes are followed through on things like your medical treatment in the event you're...

When you die in Oregon, your beneficiaries will receive your estate according to the stipulations in your will. If everything goes as planned, future generations can use the assets that you accumulated during your lifetime. There's just one hitch: your beneficiaries...

If you have an annuity or a life insurance policy, you likely have heard of beneficiary designations. A beneficiary designation reduces the costs and time that would be used in the probate process. In Oregon, many assets pass through beneficiary designations rather...