Probate: The Hidden Truths Behind the Process You Need to Know
“The only thing certain in life is death and taxes," observed Benjamin Franklin, highlighting two inevitable truths that everyone must face. While death marks the end of a journey, it…
Understanding Probate: What It Is and Why It Matters
A will is a legal document that outlines an individual's wishes, referred to as the testator (if male) or testatrix (if female), regarding the distribution of their assets after death.…
The 7 Critical Do’s and Don’t’s of Will Making For NRIs
For NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) managing assets across borders, making a Will is crucial to ensure their legacy is carried out as they want and easing the inheritance process for their…
Preserving Legacies: Inheriting Assets and Taxation as an NRI
Inheriting assets as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI), whether it’s an ancestral home in India or investments abroad, often comes with its share of legal and tax-related nuances. The tax treatment…
Choosing an Executor for NRIs While Making a Will: A Comprehensive Guide
If Mitt Arv had to preach one thing, it would be this, “Creating a will is one of the most crucial steps in ensuring that your assets and properties are…
Will Update 101: When and Why You Should Never Forget to Update Your Will
Recently, while talking to my friends and parents, I was struck by a common misconception: they all seemed to think of a Will as something you create at the end…
6 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Will: A Guide to Protecting Your Legacy
Common mistakes to avoid in a will are generally noticed at the time of probate, when the author has already passed away. It then falls upon the family to resolve…