When you own a business, you need to include it in your estate plan. Not including it means that the business could be passed on to a beneficiary that you didn't designate after your death. It could be sold or run in a way that you would not have approved of.When...
Succession Plan
Choosing An Executor Is Crucial In Estate Planning
A solid estate plan includes many details. A major one is having the right executor, or personal representative, whose job it is to fulfill the wishes of the testator -- the person who makes the will. It takes special skills to be an executor due to many legal and...
6 tips for transferring your business to the next generation
Owning a small business is an emotional experience. The blood, sweat and tears you put into keeping your company afloat over an entire career create a bond that can make letting go difficult. If you are looking to pass on the business to the next generation, there are...