Knowledge is Power
It’s true. When two families come together, there’s a lot to celebrate—but there’s also a lot to figure out. Especially when it comes to money, inheritance, and making sure everyone feels protected and treated fairly. In estate planning, those layers of love, loyalty, and responsibility can turn complicated fast. And without a clear plan, even…
Probate might not involve ghosts or haunted houses, but it can be just as frightening for families who aren’t prepared. Imagine your loved ones mourning your loss, only to discover they’re trapped in a legal process that drags on for months, costs thousands of dollars, and exposes private family details to the public. That’s the…
When I was 18, money felt like something I’d figure out “someday.” Budgeting seemed boring, credit cards felt like free money, and retirement planning? That was for people who owned houses and could fold fitted sheets. Fast forward a few decades, and I can see how much those early choices shaped my financial journey—and how…
A client once told us about her father, who spent his entire life building a successful business. He passed away believing his children would keep it thriving for decades. Within just five years, the business was sold, the money was divided, and most of it was gone. No one had ever talked about what it…
Not long ago, a woman sat across from me in the conference room, clutching a manila folder stuffed with papers. Her father had passed away, and she had just been named trustee of his trust. She sighed and said, “I have no idea what I’m supposed to do. Is there, like, a manual for this?”…
At Voorhees Law Group, we meet with plenty of retirees who are thinking about downsizing. Sometimes it’s about saving money, sometimes it’s about simplifying life, and sometimes it’s about moving closer to family. Whatever your reason, downsizing isn’t just about picking a smaller home. It’s about making sure your finances, taxes, and estate plan all…
At Voorhees Law Group, one of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is: “If I leave my house to my children, will they have to go through probate?” It’s a smart question because for many families, the house is the crown jewel of their legacy. And probate? Let’s just say it’s not exactly…
When John’s mother passed away, he thought the hardest part would be saying goodbye. What he didn’t expect was the confusion that followed. Siblings arguing over who should get what. Distant relatives popping up with their own opinions about her will. Stacks of paperwork, deadlines he didn’t understand, and a court process he had never…
Margaret never thought she would feel so alone. At 72, she lived comfortably in her own home, still drove herself to church and the grocery store, and loved catching up with friends whenever she could. But when a sudden health scare landed her in the hospital overnight, reality hit hard. There was no one to…
