Estate Planning for Authors

Have you ever thought about what will happen to your stories after you're gone? Do you know what you want to happen with your literary works after you're gone? Do you have any ideas about who could manage them for you and your heirs? And if so, have you executed the documents necessary to make sure your wishes are carried out?This book will give you the basic information necessary to answer those questions, including: * How probate works* The pros and cons of avoiding probate* Who...
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Have you ever thought about what will happen to your stories after you're gone? Do you know what you want to happen with your literary works after you're gone? Do you have any ideas about who could manage them for you and your heirs? And if so, have you executed the documents necessary to make sure your wishes are carried out?This book will give you the basic information necessary to answer those questions, including: * How probate works* The pros and cons of avoiding probate* Who might have a claim on your assets* Managing copyrights after death* Literary representatives* Death and taxes* How to get the most out of a legal consultation Note that this book is intended for educational purposes, to help you prepare for a consultation with a qualified professional in your jurisdiction, and is not intended as individual legal advice.