The Estate of The Union Season 4|Episode 8 is out now!
The Estate of The Union Season 4|Episode 8 is out now! Choosing the right trustee is one of the single most critical planning decisions you
December 3, 2025
Is Your Trust Vulnerable To Lawsuits?
Trusts are a powerful estate planning tool. However, they are not always immune to lawsuits—understanding the risks is key to protecting your legacy.
July 22, 2025
Successor Trustee is an Important Element of a Revocable Trust
Appointing a successor trustee for your revocable trust ensures that your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes without probate.
August 12, 2024
Integrating Irrevocable Trust into Medicaid Planning
Explore the pros and cons of using irrevocable trusts for Medicaid planning—secure assets while navigating complex eligibility rules.
June 24, 2024
Should You have an Irrevocable Trust?
An irrevocable trust must be carefully funded, structured and managed to achieve both asset protection and tax planning.
June 20, 2024
New IRS Tax Rule affects Irrevocable Trusts in Estate Planning
Capital gains taxes are the heart of the IRS Rule 2023-2 changes. Individuals pay taxes on the difference between an asset’s purchase price and a higher sell price as that asset’s value grows over time. When creating or updating an estate plan, you must consider the new IRS rule.
April 19, 2024
Consider using a Trust Be for Long-Term Care
They may wish they had applied for long-term-care insurance when they were healthy enough to pass the medical underwriting standards.
November 20, 2023
How Does an Inheritance Trust Work?
Inheritance trusts take on critical importance in wealth management, particularly for multi-generational families.
October 30, 2023
Which Trust, Revocable or Irrevocable?
There are important differences between the two types of trusts, including the amount of control you’ll have over your assets.
September 27, 2023
Benefits and Drawbacks to a Funeral Trust
A funeral trust does have several benefits. Funeral and burial services can cost a lot of money but with a funeral trust, you can mitigate this problem in two ways.
September 7, 2023