Waynesboro Legal Blog
What are the benefits of a living trust?
A living trust isn’t the right estate planning tool for everyone, but neglecting to learn more could cause you to miss out on something that could improve your situation now and in the future. With a living trust, you have the legal authority to move assets into your...
What happens when someone challenges a last will and wins?
People bring challenges against the last will of someone they love or an estate that they benefit from all the time, often due to concerns about changes made later in life. Maybe you and your siblings are suspicious of the role your stepparent played in the creation...
3 common mistakes when buying a first house
Dealing with the bank, how much you should save for a down payment and looking for the right home can leave your head spinning if the process is brand new to you. There is so much information out there that it’s hard to know what to follow. Buying a home is, arguably,...
4 myths of getting divorced under 30
Divorce can happen to anyone who finds that they have not found their forever person. When a young couple goes through a divorce, there is a lot of scrutiny. The couple can feel embarrassed or that they will be judged for their choices. In recent studies by the...
Lead singer of The Cars updated estate plan before divorce
During your divorce proceedings, you and your spouse must separate each other from multiple financial and legal documents. From the deed of the house to utility bills to car loans, you will no longer be listed together. And if you don’t want to leave your spouse any...
