by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Apr 28, 2019 | Firm News
When it comes to drafting an estate plan or settling the estate of a loved one, many people have the same question – when is it possible to avoid the probate process? Probate is the legal process of distributing a person’s estate according to his or her...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Apr 26, 2019 | Firm News, Real Estate Transactions
Delaware residents may enter the role of being a landlord in many ways. Some may feel the desire to invest in real estate and purchase rental properties in efforts to earn extra income, and others may have inherited a home and decide to rent it for similar reasons....
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Apr 23, 2019 | Firm News, Real Estate Transactions
At some point in many people’s lives, they will need to move. As a result, they may find themselves looking to buy a home in Delaware for the first time. Though real estate transactions take place every day, they can still have their complications, and...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Apr 18, 2019 | Estate Planning, Firm News
Though getting end-of-life affairs in order well before that time comes is important, many Delaware residents may not look forward to taking the time to actually plan ahead. Certainly, going through estate planning can take time and effort in order to make a...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Apr 9, 2019 | Estate Planning, Firm News
Having a special needs child often means approaching certain scenarios from different angles. While many Delaware parents become adept at taking new approaches, it’s worth noting that estate planning will likely also need carrying out differently in order to...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Mar 27, 2019 | Elder Law, Firm News
Many Delaware residents may find themselves in need of financial assistance for various reasons. One reason in particular is that they may need help paying for long-term care later in life. By planning ahead, individuals may be able to arrange assets in a way that...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Mar 25, 2019 | Firm News
Have you always dreamed of owning your own home? Do you wish that you no longer had to pay rent to an impersonal landlord and instead pay a mortgage and build equity? Like many others in Delaware, home ownership may be one of your most important goals in life. And...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Mar 22, 2019 | Firm News, Residential Real Estate
No one wants to get taken advantage of when it comes to buying a home. Unfortunately, without the right information and assistance, a residential real estate transaction could go sideways quickly. As a result, it is wise for Delaware residents, especially first-time...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Mar 13, 2019 | Estate Planning, Firm News
Thinking about the future can be intimidating. When those thoughts involve planning end-of-life wishes, it can seem even more overwhelming. As a result, many Delaware residents find it useful to obtain help when it comes to estate planning and understanding their...
by Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. | Mar 8, 2019 | Elder Law, Firm News
Watching a loved one’s mental state decline can be an immensely difficult experience. Though many Delaware residents want to do what they can to care for those loved ones, it is not always possible, and professional care may be needed. As a result, legal and...
