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Pay on Death (POD) and Transfer on Death (TOD): Pros and Cons

Written By: author avatar Jesica L. Thorson

A payable-on-death (POD) or transfer-on-death (TOD) designation to an account allows the funds in that account to be passed to the named beneficiary or beneficiaries when the account holder dies.

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Estate Planning: What is “Sound Mind”?

Written By: author avatar Tony B. Manns

Sound mind generally refers to a person’s mental capacity to understand their actions, make informed decisions free of undue influence, and the consequences of their decisions.

How to Protect Your Digital Legacy in Indiana: Estate Planning for Online Accounts

Written By: author avatar Troy C. Kiefer

Secure your digital legacy by naming a digital executor, listing your accounts, and including online assets in your will to protect memories and prevent hassles.

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Who Pays the Lien? Protecting Your Heirs from Surprises in Estate Planning

Written By:Kurt R. Bachman

What does the law say about how liens and expenses get paid, and by whom, for specific devises of any real or personal property as well as for real estate transferred by T.O.D. deed at death?

What are the Types of Guardianships?

Written By: author avatar Jesica L. Thorson

A Guardianship is the formal process by which a court appoints an individual (the “Guardian”) to be responsible for the person and/or property of an incapacitated person or minor (the “Ward”).

How to Ensure Your Final Wishes are Enforced after Your Death

Written By:Ryan M. Gardner

Planning for the end of life can be an emotional and overwhelming process but making sure your final wishes are legally valid and enforceable is essential to give yourself peace of mind that your wishes will be followed and that your loved ones will be protected. Whether it’s the distribution of

Blog & Updates

Blog & Updates

Latest News

Pay on Death (POD) and Transfer on Death (TOD): Pros and Cons

Estate Planning: What is “Sound Mind”?

How to Protect Your Digital Legacy in Indiana: Estate Planning for Online Accounts

Who Pays the Lien? Protecting Your Heirs from Surprises in Estate Planning

What are the Types of Guardianships?

How to Ensure Your Final Wishes are Enforced after Your Death

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