by Capital City Estate Planning | Jul 16, 2025 | Last Will, Trusts
You’re doing the right thing by planning ahead. But even with the best intentions, it’s surprisingly easy to make costly mistakes in your trust and will that can leave your family in chaos. You might think you’ve covered everything, but here’s the hard truth—most...
by Capital City Staff | Jul 1, 2025 | Estate Planning, Last Will
When someone passes away or becomes incapacitated, one of the first things you might wonder is whether they created a will. It’s not always obvious—and in many cases, no one comes forward with clear answers. So, how to find out if someone has a will? You’re not alone...
by Capital City Staff | Jun 4, 2025 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts
If you’re helping your parents with long-term care planning or trying to protect your own home as you age, this question probably keeps popping up: “Can a nursing home take your house if it is in a trust?” Will putting your house in a trust truly keep it...
by Capital City Staff | Apr 25, 2025 | Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Last Will, News, Real Estate Law
Leaving your house to someone in your will is one of the most personal and meaningful decisions you can make. Whether it’s a child, a spouse, a lifelong friend, or a caregiver, you want to be sure the process is simple, legal, and truly reflects your wishes. However,...
by Capital City Estate Planning | Mar 26, 2025 | Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Trusts
If you’re looking up “living trust attorneys near me,” you’re probably trying to avoid a legal mess down the road. You’re not alone—more families in Raleigh are turning to living trusts to keep their loved ones out of probate court. Probate isn’t just a long...
by Capital City Estate Planning | Mar 17, 2025 | Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Last Will, News
Serving as an executor comes with serious responsibilities. If you make the mistake of the following examples of executor misconduct, you could face legal trouble or even be removed. Many executors don’t realize how easy it is to make costly mistakes. Some missteps...
