In recent posts, we’ve discussed the importance of updating your estate plan as your family grows. One of the most common questions parents ask involves leaving assets to minor children safely. Parents, grandparents, and relatives all want to provide for the next generation. Yet even well-intentioned plans can create confusion, court involvement, and financial risk. […]
Category Archives: Assets
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Oct
Oct
Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Create Your Estate Plan for Baby In recent posts, we’ve discussed how major life changes often prompt the need for a strong estate plan. Few milestones carry more significance than welcoming a new baby. Across the United States, late summer and early fall mark the busiest season for […]
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Oct
Oct
In recent posts, we’ve discussed the many ways estate planning affects families. One topic that deserves special attention is inheriting a home. The United States is experiencing the largest transfer of generational wealth in history. Baby boomers are expected to pass down an estimated $84 trillion over the next several decades, with $18–19 trillion tied directly […]
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Sep
Sep
When a Trustee Becomes a Burden: Knowing When to Fire a Trustee In recent posts, we’ve discussed the importance of creating a comprehensive estate plan that safeguards your legacy and protects your family. A key part of that plan often involves choosing a trustee. The title “trustee” implies trustworthiness, and for good reason. This role […]
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Sep
Sep
You Cannot Afford to Make These Estate Planning Blunders Many people think a simple will covers all their future goals. In reality, a flawed estate plan can create just as many headaches, heartaches, and expenses as having no plan at all. Life changes, laws evolve, and even good intentions can fall short. Without proper updates, […]
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Sep
Sep
Which one do you need? A Will or Trust? Every adult needs a will, a trust, or both. These essential estate planning control your legacy. Further, they make sure your loved ones are cared for. And, finally, they provide peace of mind that your wishes won’t be left to chance. A properly drafted trust can […]
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Sep
Sep
3 Simple Ways to Avoid Probate Costs Probate is a word that makes many families nervous—and for good reason. When someone dies owning property in their sole name without a beneficiary, their loved ones must go through a court-supervised process to transfer that property. Known as probate, this process often brings delays, stress, and significant […]
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Aug
Aug
What to Do When You Do Not Own What You Think You Own In recent posts, we’ve discussed the importance of having a clear estate plan to protect your assets and your family. One of the most frustrating and costly situations arises when someone believes they own property—only to learn later that they do not […]
Assets, Beneficiary, Estate Planning, Inheritance
Strengthen Your Estate Plan While Improving Your Golf Game
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Aug
Aug
Golf and estate planning share one important truth: preparation and strategy determine success. While golf requires adjusting to changing conditions on the course, estate planning requires adjusting to life’s changes—marriage, children, retirement, or shifts in financial circumstances. Both benefit from having the right tools, a clear plan, and periodic review. In this post, we discuss […]
Assets, Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Heirs, Trusts
Why Your Child’s Trust Should Grow with Them
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Aug
Aug
Trusts are powerful estate planning tools, especially when created to protect a child’s financial future. However, if you establish your child’s trust when they are five, that may not serve the same purpose—or offer the same protection—when they’re 25 or 45. Just as your child grows and changes over time, so too must the legal […]