Stan Lee may need a hero to resolve his own personal affairs.
Stan Lee created many beloved heroes.
In fact, his characters are loved all over the world.
They are known for their ability to save those who need help.
Not one of these characters could help resolve all of the complex issues in the life of Stan Lee.
According to a recent MarketWatch article titled “Stan Lee’s tangled web of estate planning and how to avoid it in your own life,” the last few years of Lee’s life were rife with issues.
He faced ill health, the death of his wife, and sexual harassment claims.
He also made claims of that nearly $1.4 million had been stolen from him.
Quite a mess.
It could be more of a mess.
How?
It could be worse if it turns out that Stan Lee did not create a will or trust ... or even multiple wills and trusts.
If this is the case, his daughter could be sorting through his affairs for a while.
If you have not created an estate plan, do not delay.
The older your get, the harder it will be to put everything in order as cognitive function diminishes.
Seniors can be more susceptible to the influence of others, too.
Others may not always have your best interests at heart.
Work with an experienced estate planning attorney now.
He or she will have answers to the pressing questions involving your assets, whether you need a trust, coordinating with an executor, reviewing beneficiary designations, including the advice of other professionals, and when to include family members in the discussion.
While no superhero can save poor estate planning, an experienced estate planning attorney can help you get it right the first time.
Reference: MarketWatch (November 17, 2018) “Stan Lee’s tangled web of estate planning and how to avoid it in your own life”
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