Monthly Archives: February 2026
Why Would I Create a New York Revocable Living Trust?
Many Brooklyn residents choose to create a revocable living trust as part of their overall estate plan. You might assume that trusts are only something that wealthy people do to “hide” their assets. But the reality is that trusts can offer anyone a flexible means of managing and disposing of their property both during… Read More »
Read Before You Sign: The Risks of Quitclaim Deeds in Brooklyn Real Estate Transactions
A deed is a legal document used to transfer legal ownership of real estate in New York. Two of the more common types of deeds are quitclaim deeds and warranty deeds. When purchasing real estate from a buyer that you do not have a personal relationship with, it is more common to use a… Read More »
Do I Need Title Insurance to Purchase Property in Brooklyn?
Many first-time property buyers in New York City are unfamiliar with the concept of title insurance. At first glance, it sounds like yet another mysterious closing cost that seems unnecessary. But title insurance can provide critical protection for both you and your mortgage lender in the event of an unforeseen issue affecting the legal… Read More »
Understanding the Different Roles of a Will and a Power of Attorney in New York City
An important objective of New York estate planning is to ensure that there is someone who can act on your behalf when you are no longer capable of doing so. This includes not just managing your future probate estate but also situations where you may become incapacitated while still living. That is why it… Read More »