The opening ceremonies for the 2016 Summer Olympics will take place this Friday, August 5, in Rio de Janeiro. Think of all the planning and preparation that happens for an event that takes place only once every four years. Now imagine how many hours of training and the level of dedication and preparation that must […]
Hold a family meeting to explain your estate plan
You have met with your attorney and established an estate plan. The living trust documents have been created, signed, and your trustee has been named. You have even re-titled your assets and funded your living trust. Congratulations, your estate planning is complete! Or is it? Have you discussed your estate plan with your adult children? […]
8 common estate planning mistakes to avoid
The primary goal of estate planning is the smooth transition of your legacy. However, even the most careful and well-intentioned person can stumble along the way. Here are eight estate planning mistakes you will want to avoid. 1. Not having a plan When it comes to estate planning, many people choose to avoid it. There […]
Your Final Wishes
We all plan and prepare for the many major events during our lives, however, very few of us plan and prepare for the final event – our own funeral. Nobody likes to think about dying, let alone plan for it. But the act of planning and communicating your final wishes is the most thoughtful and […]