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Why Transferring Home Ownership Does Not Replace an Estate Plan
Transferring home ownership too soon can create significant legal, financial, and tax consequences. A comprehensive estate plan offers more control and protection.
Jul 29


The Hidden Danger of Outdated Beneficiary Forms
Beneficiary forms may determine who receives retirement accounts, insurance, annuities, and investments—regardless of what a will or trust says.
Jul 23


When a Simple Beneficiary Designation Isn't Enough: A Real Estate Planning Lesson
Many people assume that naming a beneficiary on a bank account, retirement account, or life insurance policy is all they need to make sure their assets go to the right people.
Jul 17


I Don't Have Much. Do I Really Need an Estate Plan?
One of the questions I'm asked most often is, "I don't have much. Do I really need an estate plan?"
Jul 17


Legal Documents that College Students Shouldn't Leave Home Without
College preparation should include more than classes and dorm supplies. These legal documents can help parents support an adult student if the unexpected happens.
Jul 16


He Called Me From the Grave... Or So He Said
A few years ago, I answered the phone and heard something I never expected.
Jul 14


Five Signs It's Time to Help an Aging Parent
Occasional forgetfulness and small lifestyle changes can become signs that an aging parent needs help. Early conversations support dignity, independence, and better planning.
Jul 9


The Importance of Choosing a Qualified Trustee
When establishing a trust, one of the most important decisions you will make is selecting the person or institution responsible for managing it.
Jun 29


An Introduction to Special Needs Trusts
For families caring for a loved one with special needs, planning for the future often means balancing two important goals: providing financial support while preserving access to essential government benefits.
Jun 17


Estate Planning in an Era of Longer Lifespans
Today’s estate planning conversations increasingly focus on a different reality: people are living longer than ever before.
Jun 11


The Tax Implications of Gifting Your Assets
Gifting can be a powerful estate planning tool, but the rules around taxes, exemptions, and Medicaid eligibility are often misunderstood.
Jun 4


The Hidden Risk of “Convenience Accounts”
Could Adding a Child to Your Bank Account Accidentally Disrupt Your Estate Plan?
May 25


Medicaid Planning for the Childless Client
We often see estate and Medicaid planning discussions built around one common assumption: that there is a child available to step in when needed.
May 18


What Is the Medicaid Look-Back Period?
With proper planning, it is possible to protect your assets from transfer penalties.
May 13


Could You Benefit from an Irrevocable Living Trust?
When properly designed and implemented, Irrevocable Living Trusts can provide an almost unsurpassed level of asset protection, helping keep your assets safer from the high and continually rising cost of long term care in 2026.
May 7


The Importance of Business Planning
Starting a business is an exciting step, but it also comes with real pressure.
Apr 26


Four Reasons You Might Want to Consider a Corporate Trustee
When creating a trust, one of the most important decisions you will make is who will serve as your trustee.
Apr 23


What the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Means for Your Estate Plan
While recent updates may bring a sense of relief, they do not remove the need for planning. In many ways, they create an opportunity to plan with more clarity and intention.
Apr 15


DIY Estate Planning: Where Online Documents Fall Apart
If your estate plan was created online or has not been reviewed in years, now is the time to take a closer look.
Apr 9


How to Avoid Challenges to Wills and Trusts, Continued
A well-designed estate plan should provide more than direction, it should offer reassurance, clarity, and stability for your loved ones during a time when they need it most.
Mar 24
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