Posts by Richmond Cariaga:
Executor Problems You Can Avoid by Updating Your Estate Plan Regularly
Your estate plan is a set of crucial legal documents that outline your wishes for both the end of your life and after your passing. After you die, the executor …
- Posted on: May 19 2025
Do Executors Have Absolute Power? Understanding Their Limitations
An executor has the authority and responsibility to manage a decedent’s estate, gather the decedent’s assets, pay their remaining debts, and distribute those assets to beneficiaries and heirs. However, the …
- Posted on: May 5 2025
Trends in Elder Law: What Families Should Know in 2025
Elder law continues to shift, and 2025 brings several important changes that families in New Jersey should keep in mind. From Medicaid expansion to new tools for protecting seniors from …
- Posted on: Apr 16 2025
How New Tax Laws Affect Estate and Long-Term Care Planning
Planning for the future can feel overwhelming—especially when tax laws shift and impact the way we handle estate and long-term care decisions. Whether you’re looking to stay in your home …
- Posted on: Apr 3 2025
Creating a Living Trust: Why It’s Crucial for Solo Agers
More and more New Jersey residents are choosing to age independently. The freedom and flexibility of life without spouses or children has a flipside: it requires especially thoughtful estate planning. …
- Posted on: Mar 24 2025
Designating a Power of Attorney: Choices for Those Without Immediate Family
Making important decisions about your future is never easy, especially regarding who will manage your affairs if you cannot do so yourself. For many, choosing a power of attorney (POA) …
- Posted on: Mar 10 2025
Tax Responsibilities for Executors: What You Must Know
Being named an executor can feel like both an honor and a heavy burden. On the surface, it sounds like you’re just making sure a loved one’s final wishes are …
- Posted on: Feb 24 2025
Common Challenges Faced by Executors and How to Navigate Them
Stepping into the role of an executor can feel like diving into the deep end of estate law. At first, it might seem like a straightforward job—gather assets, pay debts, …
- Posted on: Feb 10 2025
Probate Avoidance Strategies for Fast, Efficient Wealth Transfers
Estate Planning Attorney Estate planning is a crucial aspect of securing the future and ensuring a seamless transfer of assets to loved ones. In the state of New Jersey, where …
- Posted on: Mar 2 2024
Estate Planning for Retirement Accounts and Pensions
Estate Planning Attorney As New Jersey residents approach their retirement years, meticulous estate planning becomes paramount to secure a legacy for their loved ones. New Jersey, like many other states, …
- Posted on: Mar 1 2024