by Capital City Estate Planning | Feb 26, 2025 | Estate Administration
When someone gives you Power of Attorney, you have the legal authority to act on their behalf. But what happens when that person passes away? Does power of attorney end at death? Many people assume the power continues, but that’s not the case. Power of Attorney ends...
by Capital City Estate Planning | Feb 13, 2025 | News
Losing a loved one is hard enough without the added stress of figuring out what happens to their home. If you’re dealing with probate in North Carolina, you might wonder who owns a house during probate while everything gets sorted out. The answer isn’t...
by Capital City Estate Planning | Jan 30, 2025 | Real Estate Law
When deciding how to share ownership of property, it’s essential to know your options. In North Carolina, considering tenancy in common vs joint tenancy is crucial to determining your ownership interests and rights. Each type of ownership comes with distinct...
by Capital City Estate Planning | Jan 16, 2025 | Elder Law
Medicaid’s 5-year lookback rule can be confusing, but understanding it is key to safeguarding your hard-earned assets. You need to know how to avoid the Medicaid 5-year lookback. If you’re planning for potential long-term care, the decisions you make today...
by Capital City Estate Planning | Dec 6, 2024 | Estate Administration
Probate can feel like a maze of legal terms, deadlines, and decisions. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how it all works, you’re not alone. An estate administration lawyer can help you navigate these challenges, but there’s more to probate than...