by Julie Hall | Jan 25, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog
It is never easy to talk with your parents about future issues. Here are some conversation starters that will make it more comfortable for you and your parents. “Mom, you’ve been such a great help to me over the years. I don’t know what I’d...
by Julie Hall | Jan 18, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Distribution, For executors, For professionals, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog, Vultures
Exploitation can raise its ugly head in the midst of unsuspecting situations. Such was the case with the Garvey family (not real name). Mom and Dad Garvey were about the nicest people you’d ever wish to meet. Their three adult children lived nearby; they...
by Julie Hall | Jan 11, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Distribution, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog
King Solomon was known for his wisdom and ability to make sound decisions. The most famous incident happened when two women came to him with a baby each woman claimed as her own. Solomon’s response was literally to divide the baby so that each woman could have...
by Julie Hall | Jan 4, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Distribution, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog, Vultures
You can count on Murphy’s Law when dealing with heirlooms and dividing estate contents — something almost always goes wrong! I’ve had a front seat for nearly 20 years, and seen more than my share of serious feuds, estrangements, the...
by Julie Hall | Jan 4, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Distribution, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog
We spend a lifetime collecting and caring for heirlooms, yet we rarely take the time to make a plan for them once we pass away. We allow our children to fight over them, instead of making wish lists and talking with them about their wishes. Some will argue that...
