You’ve taken the important step of creating an estate plan, and it includes a trust—congratulations! This shows you care deeply about keeping your family out of court and conflict, ensuring your wishes are known and honored, and you do not want to leave behind a...
As Spring Break approaches, followed by summer, you’re likely focused on planning the perfect getaway with your children – booking flights, reserving hotels, and mapping out exciting activities. But there’s one crucial aspect of travel planning that...
The July 2024 passing of beloved Gen X actress Shannen Doherty offers important lessons about estate planning during divorce. Known for her iconic roles in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” “Heathers” and “Charmed,” Doherty not only faced a courageous...
When someone asks you to be the executor of their estate, it might seem like a straightforward responsibility – distribute assets according to their will and handle some paperwork. However, as many executors discover, the role involves far more complexity, time,...
When you create an estate plan that includes a living trust, you’ve taken an essential step toward protecting your home and family from the cost of court. However, many people don’t realize that placing their home in a trust requires updating their...
