Don’t Forget About Your Digital Assets!
Saturday, 12 December 2020
One aspect of estate planning that many people forget is their digital assets, such as social media, websites, financial accounts, and more. As we live in an increasingly digital world, it is important to make sure that you have designated in your will a party to handle retrieving your digital assets and shutting down your
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Start Thinking About Estate Planning Now
Thursday, 12 November 2020
The holidays are upon us and, for many, this means spending quality time with those we love, both physically and virtually. While we give thanks for what we have and begin to look towards the future, now would be a good time to start thinking about estate planning. Securing every aspect of your future is
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2020 Avvo Clients’ Choice Award
Saturday, 31 October 2020
Attorney Dera L. Johnsen-Tracy has been selected to receive the 2020 Avvo Clients’ Choice Award for outstanding client reviews. Avvo is a legal website that features ratings and reviews for attorneys in every state. Its purpose is to help people get legal advice, find the right lawyer and make informed legal decisions. To see Dera’s reviews, please
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Thirteen Estate Planning Terms You Need to Know
Monday, 19 October 2020
Estate planning—it is an incredibly important tool, not just for the uber wealthy or those thinking about retirement. On the contrary, estate planning is something every adult should do. Estate planning can help you accomplish any number of goals, including appointing guardians for minor children, choosing healthcare agents to make decisions for you should you
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Estate Planning in the Age of COVID-19
Wednesday, 30 September 2020
Estate planning is important for everyone, regardless of your financial circumstances. For example, you could be worth very little and still need someone to make health care decisions for you and manage your bank account in the event you became incapacitated. Without proper planning, even these simple matters could require a court proceeding. Although estate
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What Estate Planning in Madison, WI, Commonly Involves for People Like You
Tuesday, 03 March 2020
If you want to make sure that your financial and property distributions are arranged before your death, estate planning service can help you sort out all the details. Here are some of the most common things that estate planning in Madison, WI, involves. Will Drafting or Finalizing If you haven’t yet written a will, your
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Understanding How Property Ownership Affects Your Estate Planning Goals
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Having a will or a living trust in place is a great start to a comprehensive estate plan. However, it is also important to make sure that all of your assets are titled in a manner that will ultimately accomplish estate planning objectives. The most common forms of ownership are as follows: Sole Ownership Sole
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Who to Call When You Need a Special Needs Trust Madison WI
Monday, 30 December 2019
Once in a while, families will have a need for a special needs trust in Madison, WI. When we do, we want a law firm that can handle this request with professionalism. That is why families often turn to Horn & Johnsen, S.C. Who Are We We are a multi-practice law firm specializing in wills
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3 Reasons It’s Important to Update Your Will
Friday, 06 December 2019
If you already have a will, you are ahead of the many Americans who have not yet taken this important estate planning step. However, making a will is not a one-time project. For this instrument to remain an effective way to distribute your property, it is vital to periodically review and update your will. An
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How will my family pay for my funeral?
Tuesday, 26 November 2019
Upon the death of a loved one, one of the most immediate, pressing concerns is often how the family will pay for his or her funeral expenses. This guide is designed to address common misconceptions and to provide guidance from an estate planning attorney’s perspective. Faulty Solution: I have named my child as a payable-on-death
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