Ways to use a No-Contest Clause in your Planning
No-contest clauses deter challenges to your estate plan. However, you might want to consider terms that allow for legit challenges related to undue influence.
September 25, 2023
The Safe way to Pass on Family Heirlooms
There are better—and often more creative—ways to plan and divide that can avoid family squabbles over cars, jewelry, furniture and household items.
August 30, 2023
How an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust Protects Wealth
Sometimes it might take an IDGT, or intentionally defective grantor trust, to preserve generational wealth. But how does that work?
August 23, 2023
When Life Insurance becomes Taxable
While life insurance is typically not taxable, there are some notable exceptions that could play a role and are important to consider regarding any life insurance policy and benefit.
August 22, 2023
Things that should Never Belong in Your Will
Writing a will is not as simple as just slapping together a list of desires. However, there are some things you should not put in your will.
August 8, 2023
Be cautious using Portability in a Second Marriage Estate Plan
The family’s attorney and family office advisors should exercise caution in a marriage in which there are children from a prior marriage or other nonstandard family situations.
July 19, 2023
Only leave Assets to Minor through a Trust
You cannot name a legal minor as a beneficiary. This applies to almost all legal documents, most notably wills and life insurance policies.
July 12, 2023
Dying Intestate can leave Family financially Crushed
If you die intestate, this means that you died without a valid will in place.
July 11, 2023
Review Beneficiary Designations after Life Changes
When was the last time you updated, or even thought about, the beneficiary designations listed on your retirement accounts, life insurance, or annuity contracts? If you don’t remember, it’s time for a review!
June 29, 2023
Estate Plans Require Preparation for Success
One major misconception is we simply can tell loved ones what we want to happen for the purposes of health or property distribution and family members can ensure that those wishes are followed.
June 13, 2023