On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Oct 23, 2020 | Estate planning
Estate planning isn’t just something that people in Delaware should do once. It’s a process that they should go through multiple times throughout the rest of their lives. People should periodically review their estate plans, particularly if they experience...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Oct 21, 2020 | Estate planning
Estate planning—it is an incredibly important tool, not just for the uber wealthy or those thinking about retirement. On the contrary, estate planning is something every adult should do. Estate planning can help you accomplish any number of goals, including appointing...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Oct 21, 2020 | Estate planning
Real estate encompasses not only one’s primary residence but also other real estate such as a vacation home or a rental property. The ideal form of ownership varies depending on the type of real estate you own. Below, we take a look at the different types of real...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Oct 8, 2020 | Estate planning
As they start planning their estate, some people might wonder if it’s worth the trouble to hire an attorney or an estate planning advisor. Wouldn’t it be cheaper and easier to write up the will themselves, sign it and call it a day? In fact, an estate...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Sep 17, 2020 | Estate planning
Delaware residents interested in signing powers of attorney often ask how long the documents maintain their validity. Not all powers of attorney are the same, so the first thing to be determined is what kind of power of attorney appeals to the interested party. A...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Sep 16, 2020 | Estate planning
Living trusts transfer your personal assets to a trustee, who has the legal authority to manage your assets and distribute them according to your will and instructions. Revocable trusts can be legally amended at any time through an amendment to the trust, making it an...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Sep 1, 2020 | Estate planning, Living wills
When you die, there is a chance that your Delaware estate will need to go through probate. During probate, a judge will determine that your will and the instructions it contains for how to settle your affairs are legitimate. The executor of your estate is the person...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Aug 13, 2020 | Estate planning, Living wills
Parents and guardians of special needs individuals in Delaware know well the challenges associated with taking care of their loved ones. It is also a priority to ensure special needs individuals will receive the same level of care in the future as they enjoy in the...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Aug 11, 2020 | Estate planning
This month, millions of students across the country will be starting a new college year, some will return to campus and many will engage in remote learning. These students: young, idealistic, and often wholly dependent upon their parents for financial support, are...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Jun 15, 2020 | Estate planning
Planning an estate can never be done too early, and it is about much more than just real estate in Delaware or another state. An estate is the categorical, organized method for how a person’s affairs will be handled after they die. How can a person get a...
