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Here are the fundamental rules and concepts which every owner of property, and anyone who may inherit property, should know concerning the passing of ownership when death visits the owner. In language the layman can understand, the author systematically raises and analyzes those primary issues, human and legal, which must be understood in order to utilize the complex fabric of our inheritance legislation - with foresight, dignity and discretion. Not intended as a do-it-yourself manual (a virtual invitation to disaster at probate), this work is practical, realistic guide which will help you seek out and respond intelligently to proper professional counsel. Having absorbed the straightforward lessons contained herein, you will have the considerable satisfaction of being in full, conscious control of your financial legacy, of know that you have planned well and wisely so that your best intentions will come to fruition.
This book investigates the fundamental legal and human principles governing the transfer of property upon death to ensure the effective management of an individual's financial legacy. Paul P. Ashley provides a framework for understanding the complexities of inheritance legislation, emphasizing that while the text offers clarity for the layman, it serves as a guide for informed collaboration with legal professionals rather than a substitute for expert counsel. The author argues that proactive planning is necessary to maintain dignity and control over one's assets.
What You Will Find
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Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose, which avoids overly technical jargon while maintaining a serious tone. Experts highlight this as a foundational text for individuals seeking to understand the necessity of professional guidance in estate planning.
Page Count:
274
Publication Date:
1977-01-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill
ISBN-10:
0070024154
ISBN-13:
9780070024151
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