Estate Planning Q&A Series

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Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 22, 2026

Which state should I contact a lawyer in if the trust was created in one state, I live in another, and the property is in a third state? NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

How can I make a trustee turn over property that was supposed to be distributed to me from a trust? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

What is the difference between a power of attorney and a will when I want someone to manage things now and also carry out my wishes after I pass away? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

What documents should I bring when I meet with an estate planning lawyer about my homes, life insurance, and family wishes? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Can we create or update a will or trust if a parent figure’s memory and decision-making ability are declining? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

What is the difference between a living trust and a will, and when does a living trust make sense? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Can we still set up a trust now, even though we didn’t do it years ago? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

If a parent figure can’t sign legal documents anymore, what legal options are available to manage their affairs? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

How can I set up estate planning for a parent figure who has dementia and may not be able to make decisions clearly? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Can a nonprofit animal sanctuary be named as the trustee or beneficiary of my estate plan? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

How do I leave my home and other property to support my animals' care after I pass away? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

What documents should we consider if I’m caring for a parent figure and need legal authority to handle finances and medical decisions? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Can one attorney set up trusts for two different parents and coordinate the plans so they work together? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Should I have the attorney reprint and resend a corrected will instead of making handwritten changes at signing? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

How can I protect a parent’s house if they may need nursing home care due to dementia? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

What happens if the person I want to handle my estate is unable or unwilling to serve? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

If my will has a small correction on it, will it still be accepted later when it needs to be used? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Should I use a trust or a pet trust if my main goal is to protect my animals and avoid probate? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Does having the wrong county listed on the first page of my will make the will invalid? NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

Do I need to take my signed will to the courthouse for them to keep a copy, or do I just keep the original? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 21, 2026

How can I make sure my animals are cared for immediately if I die before anyone can step in? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 20, 2026

What happens to a parent’s home if they go into a long-term care facility and need benefits to help pay for it? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 20, 2026

If I notice a mistake in my will right before notarizing it, can I cross it out, write the correct information, and initial it? - NC

Estate Planning Q&A Series

May 20, 2026

Does a will leaving everything to me protect the house from long-term care costs, or do I need other planning? - NC