When people hear the words “estate planning,” they often picture wealthy families with large homes, investment accounts, businesses, and complicated trusts. If you rent your home, have a modest amount of savings, or simply don't consider yourself wealthy, you may wonder: Do I need a will? In North Carolina, having a will can still be an…
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What Happens to Your Home If You Need Medicaid for Nursing Home Care?
If you or a loved one may eventually need nursing home care, one of the biggest questions is often, “What happens to my house if I need Medicaid?” Understanding the relationship between Medicaid and your home can help families make informed decisions before a health crisis occurs. The answer isn't as simple as saying that…
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What Happens to a House When Someone Dies Without a Will in North Carolina?
When a loved one dies, one of the first questions families often have is what happens to a house when someone dies without a will in North Carolina. For many families, the home is the largest asset the person owned, and figuring out who inherits it, who can sell it, and what happens to the…
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Don’t Forget Your Digital Assets When Creating an Estate Plan
Most people understand the importance of creating a will or naming beneficiaries for major financial accounts, but many overlook an increasingly important part of modern estate planning: digital estate planning. From online banking and social media accounts to cryptocurrency and cloud photo storage, digital assets are now a major part of daily life and should…
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