by attorney-austin | Jul 2, 2010 | Law
Although we might not like to think of it, death is a certain fate for us all. When we pass away, our families will go through a stressful and traumatic time as they come to terms with their loss. At the same time, there is a requirement for the administration of our... by attorney-austin | Jun 16, 2010 | Business, Estate Planning
When we die, most of us leave behind a fairly substantial and intricate web of assets and liabilities, including money, our home and our other possessions. In most jurisdictions, there arises a liability to tax on death that must be borne from the totality of the... by attorney-austin | Nov 13, 2009 | Estate Planning
Executors — Notifying Creditors When an executor assembles and collects the deceased’s assets and liabilities, he will become aware of the outstanding debts. Once he has obtained his letters of authority, his first formal step in settling debts is to...