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Is a Handwritten Will Valid in Nevada?
Posted in estate planning on December 16, 2024
Ensuring your will is legally valid is an important step to protecting your wealth. If you live in Nevada, you have several options for estate planning, depending on your needs. One of these options is to create a handwritten will. You may be wondering, “Is a handwritten will valid in Nevada?” It may only be… (Keep reading)
Can I Write My Own Will and Have It Notarized in Nevada?
Posted in estate planning on December 15, 2024
Estate planning may not be at the top of your mind now, but creating a will to protect your wealth is essential regardless of how much you own or have. If you live in Nevada, you should understand the requirements for a will to be legally valid before you consider what approach you will take… (Keep reading)
What Are the Seven Steps in the Estate Planning Process?
Posted in estate planning on November 5, 2024
Starting the estate planning process can be overwhelming, especially if you are attempting to do so on your own. Having an experienced Las Vegas estate planning lawyer by your side throughout this process can make everything go a lot more smoothly. Still, it is important to understand and know how the estate planning process actually… (Keep reading)
What Is the Difference Between Will and Estate Planning?
Posted in probate on November 4, 2024
Having a plan for what comes next after you pass away is important, especially if you are the owner of a significant estate and there are beneficiaries whom you wish to take care of. Before that can happen, though, it is important that you take the proper steps to protect not only yourself but your… (Keep reading)
What Assets Are Exempt From Probate in Nevada?
Posted in probate on September 16, 2024
Understanding exempt and non-exempt probate assets can be confusing, especially for those unsure about the estate planning process and how probate works. At Ken R. Ashworth & Associates, we can share a clear overview of what assets are exempt from probate in Nevada. What Is Probate? Probate is a legal process that happens after a… (Keep reading)
Do You Have to Go Through Probate in Nevada?
Posted in probate on September 15, 2024
Attending to legal matters in probate court can be expensive and time-consuming. Understandably, people want to avoid putting their family members through court hearings and meeting with lawyers while also grieving their loss. This may leave you wondering, do you have to go through probate in Nevada? What Is Probate, and Is It Necessary? Probate… (Keep reading)
Does a Trust Avoid Probate in Nevada?
Posted in estate planning,probate,trust on August 23, 2024
Probate courts can create a time-consuming ordeal for your loved ones. This is one reason why many people turn to Las Vegas estate planning lawyers who can take steps to reduce the time an estate spends going through probate. One question attorneys frequently field is, “Does a trust avoid probate in Nevada?” A trust provides… (Keep reading)
Does Nevada Have State Income Tax on Trusts?
Posted in taxes,trust on August 22, 2024
If you are planning on setting up a trust in Nevada, you may be wondering, “Does Nevada have state income tax on trusts?” Some states tax income from trusts, which can mean there are fewer funds available for the beneficiary of the trust. By working with a trusted Las Vegas trust lawyer, you can set… (Keep reading)
