Justin Jeppesen: How to Change a Will
/You created a Will a while back, but your life has changed substantially since then. You want to update it but don't know how. Read on to discover how cost effective and simple this process can be.
Read MorePLEASE CHECK IF LAW IS CURRENT: The law can change quickly, so please do your research and contact an attorney to ensure that you have the current law. The law as printed here may have changed since posting and the links may have changed.
Judge Taking Time To Determine Prince's Intestate Heirs
/About the only thing the Probate Judge is doing to help Prince's potential heirs is to keep the proceedings as private as possible.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: When to Update a Will
/When you created a Will or Trust years ago and it was right for you then. Is it right for you now? Many times it is, but what if it is not? Either way, a review every few years is always a great idea.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: A Living Will and a Will Are Not The Same Thing
/If I could rename some estate planning documents, I would. It creates confusion for the consumer. This post covers how a living will is not actually a will, but that having both is a vital part of the protection a complete estate plan offers you.
Read MoreDid you complete Your IRA Beneficiary Form Properly? IRA Beneficiary Planning 101
/Did you complete Your IRA Beneficiary Form Properly? IRA Beneficiary Planning 101
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: How Much Does a Will Cost?
/Everyone knows working with a lawyer is expensive and you are dealing with hidden fees, or is it? Read on to see my view of costs and then decide for yourself whether or not a conversation is "worth" your while.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: Multiple Valid Wills, Is It Possible?
/Is it possible to have more than one Will? If I have more than one Will, which one is valid?
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: If There is No Will or Trust, Who Receives Property in Idaho?
/Some people will scare you into believing that not having a Will or Trust automatically means that Idaho will take your possessions after you pass away. Although possible, that is not usually the case. However, intestate (without a will) succession should not be taken lightly.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen:Why a Will Matters to those Young, Single and Without Children
/You have been told you need to create a Will or Trust. But, you have decided to wait or that you do not need one. If you decide you don’t need to create a Will or Trust, you should at least understand what you are facing in order to make an informed decision.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: Does Your Will Not Name Guardians For Your Minor Kids? The State of Idaho Will.
/If your big “What If” question that keeps you up at night centers around your children and what could happen to them if you were to pass away, it is time to answer that question. By properly naming Guardians in case of death, temporary Guardians in case of incapacity, or Power of Attorney in case of travel or incapacity, the answer to your “What If” will be exactly what you want it to be.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: Idaho's Newest Estate Planning Related Laws
/Typically, once a year the laws in Idaho are tinkered with. Estate planning laws are no different. Here are two laws that are new to Idaho.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: Is it possible to name guardians for minor children without a Will
/Do you have minor children? If so, I recommend reading this post to find out how to name guardians for your children.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: Prince's Apparent Estate Planning Mistake is Your Learning Opportunity
/You can learn from Prince’s Estate Planning misstep. Although you probably don’t have a multi-hundred-million dollar estate, the same lesson are relevant to you and me. We get a front row view of what could happen if you or I fail to create a Will or Trust.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: You Named Guardians in Your Will? Great, Did You Make One of These Common Mistakes?
/Many of us make an estate plan with one main concern, "What will happen to my children if something happens to me?" Unfortunately, many guardianship plans are incomplete and make one of these common mistakes. If you have not legally documented guardians for your children, I invite you to do so. Even if you have, please read to see whether or not your plan is complete.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: New Law Affecting Guns and Gun Trusts
/Gun Trusts have been a topic of interest for a while, as it has been one of the little known and often misunderstood areas of estate planning. A new law going into effect this summer will complicate an already complicated planning area.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: Must I Probate an Estate With No or Little Assets?
/Have you been placed in charge of administering an estate of a loved one? Did that loved one have little or no assets and you are looking for options? Idaho law allows for a Small Estate Affidavit in lieu of Probate in some scenarios. Is the Affidavit right for you?
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: How To Avoid Probate In Idaho
/Are you concerned about Probate? If so, here are some legal ways to avoid it. But, beware, there are hidden pitfalls to each option.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: Does Idaho Require Probate If There Is A Surviving Spouse?
/Why do I have to Probate my spouse’s Will? Everything was left to me.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: When is Probate Required?
/"When is Probate required?" This is a common question presented to me in meetings with clients. Fortunately, there are only two metrics that require a Probate. However, most adults meet at least one of these metrics. Therefore, the Estate of most Idahoans is required to go through Probate. I invite you to read on to discover what triggers Probate and what are pros and cons of methods of avoiding Probate.
Read MoreJustin Jeppesen: How Much Does a Probate Cost?
/Worried about costs of Probate? Have you been placed in charge of Probating a loved one’s Will or Intestate Estate? Or, are you researching your Estate Planning options and the costs associated? I invite you to read this post for an introductory understanding of potential costs.
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