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What Is Probate in Indiana? A Simple Guide for Families
When someone passes away, their financial and legal affairs do not simply disappear. Instead, those responsibilities are handled through a legal process known as probate.

Do You Know Which “Bucket” Your Assets Are In?
Most people believe their estate plan begins and ends with their Will or Trust. But before those documents even come into play, there’s a more

Do You Want Your 12-Year-Old Inheriting Half of Your Estate?
It’s a question that makes most parents pause. But under Indiana estate laws, it’s a very real possibility if you die without a Will. Many

The Role of Adult Children in Helping Aging Parents Plan
As our parents grow older, many of us find ourselves stepping into a new role: advocate, helper, and sometimes caretaker. One of the most important

Gifts Your Parents Can Give You to Make Administering Their Estate Easier
When a loved one passes away, families are left to deal not only with the emotional weight of loss, but also with a number of

Scary Estate Planning Mistakes That Haunt IndianaFamilies
October is the perfect time for haunted houses, ghost stories… and a few frightening facts about estate planning. At Martz & Lucas, we’ve seen how