Frequently Asked Questions

This is often caused by too much data retained in your website browser so you need to clear your cache.  

What is "cache" and why do I need to clear it?

When you visit a website your computer will save some of it in a folder so that when you visit that website again it won't need to download everything all over again. This makes the website load faster and saves data.  Usually the caching process works flawlessly and you won't even notice except that your favorite websites load more quickly.

However, sometimes forms don't work properly due to what is already in your cache. You need to clear the cache so the form will work properly and you won't lose the information you already entered, which can be extremely frustrating! 

 How to Clear Cache in Google Chrome

1. On your computer, open Chrome.
2. At the top right, click More: 
3. Click More tools > Clear browsing data.
4. At the top, choose a time range. To delete everything, select All time.
5. Next to "Cookies and other site data" and "Cached images and files," check the boxes.
6. Click Clear data.

Click here for the official Google support page regarding cache.

 How to Clear Cache in Safari

1. In the Safari app on your Mac, choose History > Clear History, then click the pop-up menu.

2. Choose how far back you want your browsing history cleared.

Click here for the official Apple Safari support page regarding cache.

 How to Clear Cache on iPhone or iPad

1. To clear your cookies and keep your history, go to Settings > Safari > Advanced > Website Data
2. Tap "Remove All Website Data"

Click here for the official Apple iPhone / iPad page regarding cache.

 How to Clear Cache in Chrome for Android

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Chrome app.
2. At the top right, tap More: 
3. Tap History and then Clear browsing data.
4. At the top, choose a time range. To delete everything, select All time.
5. Next to "Cookies and site data" and "Cached images and files," check the boxes.
6. Tap Clear data.

Click here for the official Google support page regarding cache for android Chrome.

The attorney will discuss all fees and costs at your first appointment. Our estate plans are typically done on a flat fee basis that is determined after we learn about your situation, goals, and types of assets. The flat fee reflects the complexity involved, the skill required of the attorney to accomplish your goals, and the effort required to align your assets with your plan. We handle both will-based estate plans and trust-based estate plans, which means we can work with everyone from a young single person with few assets to established business owners and farmers. In all situations, your attorney will discuss your needs and goals to make a plan that is right for you.  To ensure there are no surprise invoices, your estate planning fee is paid in full prior to your attorney drafting your documents.

You should store your power of attorney in a safe place and only share it when it is needed to be used.

Your agent does not have to sign your power of attorney until they need to use it. 

You should inform others of the location of your healthcare directive and you can share copies with your family members, doctors and medical providers, and your health care agents.

In the State of Minnesota, there are only a few requirements to make a valid will: (1) You must be at least 18 years of age and of sound mind; (2) the will must be in writing and you must intend for the document to operate as your will; (3) the will must be signed by you (or by another person at your direction and in your presence); and (4) the will must be witnessed by at least two people over the age of 18 years of age, who must both sign the will.

The individuals listed on the last page of your will are staff from our office who will act as your (independent) witnesses to satisfy one of the requirements to make your will valid in the State of Minnesota. They are solely witnessing your signature and attesting to the fact that you signed the will voluntarily, were of sound mind, and you were not being unduly influenced by someone else to sign your will. The witnesses do not receive any portion of your estate just because they have witnessed your will.

No. When you die, you have two types of assets. Assets that already tell us where they go, through things like a beneficiary designation, joint ownership or ownership in trust. Any asset that does not tell us where it goes at your death, goes by default to your estate. A will is the set of instructions for probate that direct how you want your estate to be distributed after death. A will helps to ensure your wishes are followed and oftentimes makes the probate process easier, especially if your circumstances are unique. A will is part of any complete estate plan, whether or not you want to avoid probate.

No. Minnesota’s public policy dictates that if an individual has assets enough to pay for his or her care, then those assets must first be used to pay for care before any government assistance is available.

Assets held in a trust are considered available assets for purposes of qualifying for Medical Assistance (Minnesota’s Medicaid program) and are not protected from the nursing home. Just because you have executed an estate plan does not mean your assets are protected from the potential need for long-term care.

You should tell your personal representative that you have nominated them to be your personal representative. You should also tell them where you keep your will; however, you do not have to show them the document. We do not reach out to those who you have listed as personal representative, although you can instruct them to contact us if they have any questions or need help.