by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Oct 28, 2024 | Estate Planning
Estate planning is an important process that ensures appropriate management of your assets and your wishes when you die or become incapacitated. However, some of the legal terminologies that accompany estate planning can be very daunting, for those who are not familar...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Oct 21, 2024 | Estate Planning
Wills and trusts are some of the most common legal means employed in estate planning, but do you know the difference between a will vs trust? Both help for a good cause to manage and distribute your assets, but they do so very differently. In considering options for...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Oct 14, 2024 | Estate Planning
Probate and estate administration are segments of the law in which a lack of knowledge can lead individuals to become overwhelmed, particularly with the loss of a loved one. The probate process is a legal necessity that ensures the assets of a deceased person, which...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Oct 7, 2024 | Estate Planning
Often, upon one’s death, their estate may need to be managed in various ways, which could be as simple as minimal proactive involvement in activities and as complex as highly charged with emotion. This is where the estate administration lawyers come into play,...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Sep 25, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
What to Expect at the Start of Probate: Your Role as Executor of the Estate Estate administration also referred to as “probate”, can be an intimidating process for those who are unfamiliar with its intricacies. The start of probate in Pennsylvania involves a few key...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Sep 17, 2024 | Trusts
Common Types of Trusts Used in Pennsylvania Estate Planning Trusts are common tools used in estate planning to protect an individual’s assets and control distribution after a Grantor’s passing. A trust is much more complex than a will and has unique benefits for...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Sep 10, 2024 | Elder Law
Different Types of Caregivers Navigating the world of caregiving can be very overwhelming for families seeking support for a loved one. A caregiver is responsible for providing care for the daily needs of an individual who is unable to care for themselves. The need...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Sep 4, 2024 | Estate Planning
Avoid Probate in Pennsylvania Probate is the legal process that is used to administer the estates of descendants in Pennsylvania. A decedent’s estate includes all of the property they owned at the time of their passing. In Pennsylvania, estates that are valued...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Aug 14, 2024 | Estate Planning
It is extremely important to understand the Powers of Attorney in estate planning, a key type of document is often used as a powerful tool for ensuring comprehensive and effective decision-making: the Power of Attorney (POA). There are three types of power of attorney...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Aug 13, 2024 | Estate Planning
A will is a crucial document used in estate planning that allows individuals to specify how they would like their assets distributed after they pass away. However, not everyone dies with a valid last will and testament in place. So, what happens to the assets in their...
