Should Your Pet Have a Trust? Providing for Your Pets
A woman is suing the IRS for the right to claim her dog as a dependent, according to VICE. Regardless of your thoughts on the merit of this case, one point is beyond dispute – our pets really do depend on us. You may not be able to claim them on your taxes, but you...
Want to Leave Your Estate to a Friend? It May Require Careful Estate Planning in Oregon
If you’re thinking about leaving your estate to a friend instead of your family, tread carefully. Although you can name whomever you want in a will, certain decisions could trigger family drama, legal disputes and even claims of financial abuse. To ensure that your...
Navigating Oregon Real Estate Probate Laws
Will your property get tied up in a long probate process? Learn about Oregon real estate probate laws so you can create an estate plan that minimizes problems and unexpected costs. What Is Oregon Real Estate Probate? Probate is a legal process in which the assets of a...
What Is Executor Misconduct? What to Do If the Executor Is Mishandling Estate Funds
The executor of an estate is tasked with distributing the estate’s assets to heirs – but what if they don’t do a very good job? From well-meaning incompetence to dishonest self-dealing, there’s a lot that can go wrong. If you think the executor is mishandling the...