Wills, Powers of Attorney & TOD Deeds in Nebraska
Estate planning should start with you, not with a stack of forms. I’m Andy Page, a bilingual Nebraska attorney. We’ll talk about your family, your property, and what you want to happen, and then I’ll recommend the documents that fit. Flat fees, so you know the cost up front. Se habla español.
Starting with you, not the paperwork
There’s rarely a one-size-fits-all estate plan. Some people need a will and powers of attorney. Others mostly need a deed that passes a home to a family member. Some have situations that call for something more. I won’t sell you a package before I understand your situation. The free consultation is where we figure out which documents make sense, and you’ll know the price before we start.
Common packages
Couples
$1,250 flat fee
For spouses with similar goals who want their plans done together.
A will, financial power of attorney, and health care power of attorney for each spouse
A TOD deed for one jointly owned property
In-person signing, with witnesses and notary provided
Individual documents
Starting at $300 each
Already know what you need? A TOD deed, financial power of attorney, or health care power of attorney.
Individual estate plan
$750 flat fee
For one person who wants the core documents in place.
Will
Transfer on death (TOD) deed
Financial (general durable) power of attorney
Health care power of attorney
In-person signing, with witnesses and notary provided
For TOD deeds, you record the signed deed with the county and pay the county recording fee at the time of recording. I’ll explain the process when we sign. Additional TOD deeds for other properties are $300 each. If your situation is more involved, such as a blended family, different wishes between spouses, or a need for a trust, I’ll tell you before we begin and quote it separately in writing.
What these documents do
Will. Says who receives your property and who is in charge of carrying out your wishes. If you have minor children, it can also name a guardian.
TOD deed. Passes real estate you own to a person you name when you die, without going through probate. It only applies if you own real estate.
Financial power of attorney. Names someone to handle your money and property if you can’t.
Health care power of attorney. Names someone to make medical decisions for you if you can’t.
How it works
Free consultation. We talk about your family, your property, and what you want. I’ll tell you which documents I’d recommend and what they’ll cost.
I prepare your documents. Usually in about a week after I have your information. I’ll answer your questions and make sure they say what you want.
Signing. We meet in person. I provide the witnesses and notary, and I’ll explain how to record your TOD deed with the county.
A trust or a more detailed plan may fit if your estate is complex, your family situation is blended, or a will-based plan isn’t enough. If so, we’ll discuss it before you commit to anything.
Common questions
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Often, yes. A will and a TOD deed do different jobs, and many people use both. We’ll look at what you own and how you want it to pass.
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It passes real estate to a person you name when you die, without probate. Whether it fits depends on your property and your family. We’ll talk it through in the free consultation.
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It lets someone you choose act for you if you can’t. The financial one covers money and property, and the health care one covers medical decisions.
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The individual plan is $750 flat, and the couples plan is $1,250 flat. A single document, such as a TOD deed or power of attorney, starts at $300. For TOD deeds, you pay a county recording fee when you record the signed deed. The right documents depend on your situation, so I’ll confirm the price in the free consultation before you commit.
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Sí. Puedo ayudarle en español con su testamento, poderes y escrituras. Programe una consulta gratis.
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Tell me about it in the consultation. If a standard package doesn’t fit, I’ll say so and explain what would.
Scheduling a consultation or sending an inquiry does not create an attorney-client relationship. That relationship begins only when we have both agreed to move forward and signed an engagement letter.