Amy PrivetteJun 28, 20222 min readCommunity Resource: How to request a birth, marriage, or death certificate from Wake County Need a certified copy of a birth, marriage, or death certificate in Wake County? Here's what to do!
Amy PrivetteJun 21, 20227 min readBirds & Bees and Money Doesn't Grow on Trees: How to Talk to Your Kids about Your Estate PlanParents often want to avoid talking with their kids about estate planning, but it's a much-needed conversation. Here's how to have the talk.
Amy PrivetteJun 8, 20224 min readDecoding the Right of Occupancy: a planning tool for matters of the heart & homeIncluding a Right of Occupancy in your trust gives you the assurance that your loved one will not be rendered homeless following your death.
Amy PrivetteMay 4, 20223 min readWhy does the bank need a copy of my trust? SPOILER ALERT: It doesn't!When the Bank Asks for Your Trust - JUST SAY NO! For the last few years, we have experienced historically low interest rates which have...
Amy PrivetteMar 8, 20195 min readNo Good Deed Goes UnpunishedThere's a very narrow set of facts where adding your child to a home deed makes sense. There are many more reasons why you shouldn't do it!
Amy PrivetteOct 16, 20181 min readWe Go Together Like...If you disinherit your spouse pursuant to a Prenuptial Agreement, please make sure the Agreement can be located after your death!
Amy PrivetteJul 27, 20182 min readIt's Okay to Shop AroundClients should only pursue estate planning with an attorney in whom they have trust and confidence. So, it's okay to shop around!
Amy PrivetteMay 1, 20181 min readHaving a Will is not the Same Thing as Having an Estate PlanIf all you have is a Will, then you do not have an estate plan. You have a document. A Will can be an effective tool, but not by itself.