Monthly Archives: April 2014

Did She Leave a Will and If So, Where Is It?

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Roger Billings

A common question is how to find a will of a deceased relative. About.com has an explanation here of the steps to go through to find the will, including how to obtain a copy from a probate court, how to … Continue reading →






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The Trials of Inheriting a Fortune – Whitney Houston’s Heirs

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Roger Billings

The inheritance of Whitney Houston’s daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, is stirring up family controversy. This from the Trials and Heirs blog: Although you should take tabloid reports with a grain of skepticism,  there can be no question that Bobbi Kristina’s marriage … Continue reading →






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What Is an Advance Health Care Directive – Estate Planning Basics

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Roger Billings

An Advance Health Care Directive designates the people responsible for your health and may also state your health care wishes. It must be a written properly executed legal document. The health care agent designated by the Advance Health Care Directive … Continue reading →






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Think Twice Before Giving It All Away

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Roger Billings

Whether assets are inherited at death or given away while you are still alive, the federal estate tax exemption is essentially the same, currently $5,340,000 per person. But the effect of capital gains tax may be the deciding factor. The … Continue reading →






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Jagger Inherits $9 Million

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Roger Billings

  From the Telegraph: L’Wren Scott, the fashion designer who committed suicide last week, left her entire estate of $9 million to her long-time boyfriend Sir Mick Jagger, according to a new report. The contents of her simple will, which … Continue reading →






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