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Archive for Category: Estate Planning

What Exactly is a Successor Trustee and Who Should Be Yours?

If you have a revocable living trust, you probably named yourself as the initial trustee so that you can continue to manage your financial affairs.

How to Choose the Right Agents for Your Incapacity Plan

Many people believe that estate planning is only about planning for their death. But planning for what happens after you die is only one piece

Have You Checked Your Beneficiary Designations Lately?

You regularly check the balances of your retirement, bank, and investment accounts. But when was the last time you checked the beneficiary designations on these

How to Pick a Trustee, Executor, and Agent under a Power of Attorney

While the term fiduciary is a legal term with a rich history, it generally means someone who is legally obligated to act in another person’s

3 Reasons Why Transferring Ownership Of Your Home To Your Child Is A Bad Idea

Whether it’s to qualify for Medicaid, avoid probate, or reduce your tax burden, transferring ownership of your home to your adult child during your lifetime

Are you ready for the Estate Tax Exemption to Sunset in 2025?

The Estate Tax Exemption is a tax imposed by the federal government when property and assets are transferred to your heirs and beneficiaries at your

When Is Probate Required?

Probate is required when a person passes and leaves behind assets that are solely in their name. A probate case, overseen by the court, is

The Importance of Avoiding Probate

People often put off estate planning for many reasons. We make excuses such as….a trust is too costly, I don’t have enough assets to make

Estate Planning Can Leave A Legacy Beyond Just Your Assets

Your estate is made up of all your personal possessions, including your home, vehicles, bank accounts, investments, insurance, household items, and more. But your wealth

How to Protect Assets During a Recession

As you’ve probably noticed by now, we’re in the midst of great economic shifts. The roller coaster of the stock market, rising interest rates, dropping

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