Decedents’ Estates Attorney in Kettering, Ohio
While most adults are aware they should make plans for the unexpected, the majority of us have not done so. In fact, as reported by AARP, only 4 in 10 American adults have a will or living trust. Older adults are a bit more prepared—about 58 percent of baby boomers (those between the ages of 53 and 71) have engaged in at least some level of estate planning.
Although it is obviously important for older people to have an estate plan, it is just as important for younger adults, particularly those with minor children. That being said, 78 percent of millennials do not even have a simple will. When asked why they put off estate planning, the top two reasons were that they simply “hadn’t gotten around to it,” and that they “don’t have enough assets to leave to anyone.”
In the end, the importance of having an estate plan cannot be overstressed. If you have any level of assets at all—which most people do—then you have enough assets for a will. Yet many of us will spend more time planning a vacation—or even where to eat dinner–than deciding who will inherit our assets and who will make extremely important decisions for us should we be unable to do so. Estate planning is not only for the wealthy. Consider the following reasons you should have an estate plan:
Your Family's Peace of Mind is Priceless
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Our compassionate and through approach to Estate Planning makes a real difference in our clients' lives. Read reviews in their own words below.
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"The Best Customer Service"George and his crew provide the best in customer service and have an outstanding work ethic. They have always been there to help us when needed!- Mark S.
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"He Made It Easy"Bill was very friendly, knowledgeable, and kind. He made Estate Planning fun, fast and easy. We both feel relief to know our wishes are spelled out and our assets are protected!- Sherry C.
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"Peace of Mind"He explained each step 100 percent. He takes the time to talk WITH you, not TO you. I am so thankful I went to his seminar and took advantage of the free consultation.- Rosa S.
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"Made It Easy to Understand"George Lovett made our estate planning easy to understand and informative. He used our personal information to create a plan that was tailor-made to us.- Pamela O.
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"Expertise & Attentiveness"We were very pleased with the service, expertise, and attentiveness we received. We are glad that we choose Lovett & House for this.- Pat D.
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"A Pleasure to Work With"George Lovett has helped my family tremendously. He always explained our options and took care of us with the utmost professionalism.- Marlene W.
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"Easy to Understand"They made it easy to update our estate planning needs. All our questions were answered in easy to understand language and we didn't feel overwhelmed.- Rita S.
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"Very Helpful"he Estate Trust planning was easy to do with the Lovett & House. George H. Lovett and William H. House were very knowledgeable and helpful.- Judith A.
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If you would not want your estate split up as detailed above, then you should definitely consult a Kettering, Ohio estate planning attorney who will help you construct the best estate plan for your life situation. Otherwise, an Ohio probate court will account for your assets and debts, pay your debts, distribute the remaining assets to your heirs, and appoint guardians for your children. Not only will having an estate plan help those you leave behind, it will give you peace of mind, knowing you have prepared, to the best of your ability, for the unexpected. The estate planning attorneys of Lovett and Lovett can help you prepare for the future, answering your questions and guiding you through the process.
