Turning Estate Planning Into a Conversation
Starting a conversation with loved ones about estate planning can feel uncomfortable, emotional, and even intimidating. Topics like aging, illness, and death are rarely easy to discuss, and many families …
The One Holiday Question That Could Save Your Family From Future Conflict
This Holiday Season, Ask One Simple Question That Can Preserve Your Family’s Legacy When families gather for the holidays, conversations usually revolve around food, memories, laughter, and catching up on …
When DNA Tests Reveal More Than Expected: Why Clear Estate Planning Matters More Than Ever
In a world where at home DNA tests can unlock long lost family connections with the click of a button, many people are discovering relatives they never knew existed. For …
A Promise Isn’t a Plan
When your spouse says you’ll be taken care of… make sure you both mean the same thing. Too many families discover the truth when it’s already too late. If you’re …
What Happens When You Die Without a Will? Understanding Intestacy Laws
Most people know that having an estate plan is important. But many still delay taking action simply because they do not fully understand what happens if you pass away without …
This Gift Meant More Than He Expected
One of my clients reached out recently after finally getting his bucket list watch. He told me he just wanted to make sure that if anything ever happened to him, …
Leaving a Legacy: Estate Planning in Retirement
Estate planning later in life comes with unique questions and choices. Although creating or updating your estate planning may seem like a daunting task, a proper estate plan can help …
What Diane Keaton’s $5M Trust for Her Dog Teaches Us About Estate Planning for Pets
When news broke that Diane Keaton may have left a five million dollar trust for her golden retriever, Reggie, people reacted with everything from shock to curiosity to admiration. Whether …
Aging with Grace, Planning with Purpose
At 85, Roger Rosenblatt continues to share his signature mix of humor, humility, and heart in his new reflections on aging. His latest work reminds us that growing older is …
35% of Families Fight Over Inheritance
You’d be surprised, 35% of families end up fighting over inheritance. It’s hard to think about, but it happens more often than we realize. The truth is, most family conflicts …
