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Family in Estate Planning

Polly McMittens, Protector of the Realm: Why Your Pets Need a Trust Too

Let me tell you about Polly McMittens. Polly wasn’t your average cat—she was more like a tiny, furry gangster. Fierce, mean, and unapologetic, she roamed our neighborhood like it was her personal kingdom, dominating everything (and everyone) she came across. No snake dared to slither across her domain, and no neighborhood dog left our yard without a few new claw marks (sorry neighbors!). Oh, and did I mention her secret underground lair? Yes, [...]

By |2025-08-25T15:09:31-04:00March 10, 2025|estate planning wills and trusts, Family in Estate Planning, Pet Trusts|Comments Off on Polly McMittens, Protector of the Realm: Why Your Pets Need a Trust Too

The Perils of Blended Families with no Estate Plan: How Your Kids Could Be Left with Nothing (and the Step Kids Could Get It All)

Picture this: You’ve spent over four decades building a life with your spouse. You worked hard as a team, raised kids together, and built a comfortable future. But after your spouse passes away from cancer, you meet someone new—someone who’s warm, understanding, and maybe even likes cheesy 80s movies as much as you do. So, you marry again. But then, one day, you unfortunately pass away, and your hard-earned assets —your home, your [...]

By |2025-03-10T14:38:30-04:00February 24, 2025|Family in Estate Planning|Comments Off on The Perils of Blended Families with no Estate Plan: How Your Kids Could Be Left with Nothing (and the Step Kids Could Get It All)

The DIY Estate Plan: The “Do it Yourself” Plan Might Just Cost You More Than You Expected

Ok, nobody loves a DIY project more than I do! From hanging wallpaper to refinishing furniture, I’ll tackle it all (and I have all the tools!). But even I know there are just some tasks better left to an expert. The same goes for estate planning. Everyone knows that the DIY approach can save a few bucks in the short term (and did I mention I’m cheap? I like a bargain too!). After [...]

By |2025-03-10T14:39:32-04:00February 10, 2025|estate planning wills and trusts, Family in Estate Planning, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The DIY Estate Plan: The “Do it Yourself” Plan Might Just Cost You More Than You Expected

How To Involve Your Family In Your Estate Plan

When deciding your estate plan, there are many things you have to think about. Choosing the right plan, executing and organizing the documents, and meeting with your attorney are all part of the job of planning what will happen to your estate. But one thing that is integral to the process is often the one reason you want to plan in the first place: your family. Even though you’re in the director’s chair it [...]

By |2024-09-12T19:12:38-04:00September 12, 2024|Family in Estate Planning|Comments Off on How To Involve Your Family In Your Estate Plan
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