
Take caution: Personal Representatives Make Mistakes, Too
If you have ever been appointed the Personal Representative of an estate, you may have thought “Okay, no big deal, I just follow directions, and

Now or Later: Gift Tax Consequences
When preparing your estate plan, you always must consider tax consequences and where they will come into play. Regardless of the state in which you

Top 4 Must-Dos to Protect Your Pets
Pets are an important part of our lives. They are our loyal companions and confidants, and are always there to give us love when we

Demystifying Living Trusts
One of the most perplexing estate planning tools is a living trust. The truth about having a living trust has been convoluted by myths that

Top 5 Emotional Obstructions to Estate Planning
There are some topics that we just don’t want to talk about. Taxes and death rank at the top of that list. Sometimes issues are

5 Ethical Considerations in Estate Planning
Ethics is a system of moral principles that governs a person’s behavior or the conduct of their actions. Ethics guides you with respect to what

Navigating Conflict in Estate Planning
Even the happiest family can encounter conflict, especially in times of significant change. For experienced estate planning attorneys, conflict is a well-known topic in sessions

Oh, Mr. Postman! Can you help me please?
When a loved one has passed away, an over-full mailbox can draw undesired attention at their residence. You may find yourself serving as the representative