If you’re pursuing surrogacy as a family-building option, you’re probably curious about the gestational surrogate who will be carrying your baby. Who is she, really? What is she like? Why does she choose to allow other people’s babies to grow in her womb for nine months? The answers vary for each surrogate, of course. The … Read more
You have decided to be proactive and set up an estate plan to protect yourself, your assets and the people you love. However, as you consider all the different options, you may run into some confusing terminology. One estate planning topic that you’ll likely encounter is a Trust and the various types of Trusts, including … Read more
With modern medical advancement, new fertility treatments, and a growing awareness of surrogacy, you have more options for becoming a parent compared to a few decades ago. However, for some, once you tell your friends and family of your choice, you may encounter some ignorance and stigma. Even in this enlightened age, there is a … Read more
As you considered your estate plan, perhaps you did some research and decided that a trust might be the right fit for you and your assets. You may have heard people talk about “funding a trust”, “transferring funds to a trust” or “moving assets into the trust.” Those phrases may have you thinking of the … Read more
Whether your reasons stem from health issues, fertility struggles, or a lifestyle choice, you have decided that gestational surrogacy is your best option to build your new family. Perhaps you already have an attorney to guide you through legal matters related to assisted reproduction. Now you have to decide whether to go through an agency … Read more
Estate planning for single adults can be a little more complex when compared to a married couple. If you have minor children, you have to designate guardians for them. If you’re child-free, you have to think about whom to choose as your beneficiaries. The number of decisions involved may seem overwhelming, but when you have … Read more
Gestational surrogacy can be emotionally draining for both the intended parents and the surrogate. Having one less thing to worry about will help make your journey smoother. That’s why many intended parents and surrogates choose to use an escrow agent to handle the distribution of funds/payments to the surrogate. What Is an Escrow Account? An … Read more
When you’re going through the estate planning process, you have a lot of options to consider. One such option is the revocable trust or living trust, which is a substitute for a traditional will. While some people choose such trust for excellent reasons, others do so because of revocable trust myths. Educate yourself about the … Read more
Perhaps you’re interested in surrogacy as a family-building option, or perhaps you are considering becoming a surrogate yourself. Either way, it’s a good idea to be fully informed about all parts of the surrogacy process. As you investigate gestational or traditional surrogacy, keep in mind that there are specific people who make an ideal gestational … Read more
Few people spend much time thinking about their own mortality; but on occasion, it’s essential to consider that inevitable event. If you have children of your own or young relatives with whom you are close, planning and thinking ahead is even more important. Wills One way to leave money or possessions to your children is … Read more