On behalf of Silverman, Tokarsky & Forman, LLC | Dec 2, 2019 | estate planning
As you begin estate planning in Pennsylvania, you may hear a lot about what you should do. There is not a lot of talk about the common mistakes that people make in their estate plans. Making a mistake can cost your heirs a lot of time and money, so understand the...
On behalf of Silverman, Tokarsky & Forman, LLC | Aug 31, 2019 | estate planning
Making revisions to an existing estate plan can be tricky for a number of reasons, whether someone has uncertainty regarding certain aspects of the law or cannot decide whether a particular decision will be good for their estate and serve the best interests of their...
On behalf of Silverman, Tokarsky & Forman, LLC | Jun 19, 2019 | estate planning
As you plan for what happens once you leave this world, you will have many choices. Just considering your options in wills can be tough. There are many different types you can create. Each has its own benefits and some drawbacks. You need to think through your options...
On behalf of Silverman, Tokarsky & Forman, LLC | May 6, 2019 | estate planning
Having a solid estate plan in place is a must, no matter your age or how many assets you have in your possession. It is equally important to update wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents on a regular basis. Kiplinger explains when you should revisit your...
On behalf of Silverman, Tokarsky & Forman, LLC | Feb 19, 2019 | estate planning
When people in Pennsylvania have children, it often inspires them to create an estate plan if they had neglected the task in the past. However, individuals without children may find it just as important to plan for the distribution of their assets. For people without...
On behalf of Silverman, Tokarsky & Forman, LLC | Dec 30, 2018 | estate planning
While it is more desirable to begin estate planning early and have a comprehensive scheme in place, it is never too late to begin the process, and a will is a good foundational document to start with. And in fact, for some Pennsylvania residents, a will may be all...
On behalf of Silverman, Tokarsky & Forman, LLC | Nov 28, 2018 | estate planning
Lots of people in Pennsylvania utilize trusts as part of their estate plans. However, many still don’t quite understand how a trust differs from a will. There are several important differences between living trusts and wills. Unlike a will, a trust allows...