Year-End Estate Planning To-Do List

> Familiarity with the terms of your documents is an essential part of having an up-to-date estate plan.   > If you do not have an estate plan in place, the end of the year is an ideal time to begin planning.   > Proper planning can help avoid unintended...

The Importance of Funding Your Trust

> It is important to revisit your estate plan from time to time to ensure that it accurately reflects your wishes for your family and assets.   > An unfunded Trust fails to take advantage of one of the greatest benefits of a Trust…the avoidance of probate.  ...

Spectrum of Withdrawal Limitations

> Trusts allow for withdrawal limitations ranging from common to creative. > Overly-specific requirements may burden the family and trustee and be struck down if they violate public policy. > Understanding and anticipating the practical administration of the...

The Death of Whitney’s Daughter

> Outdated estate planning documents can be as dangerous as not having an estate plan at all. > A proper estate plan should provide significant asset protection and oversight for your beneficiaries. > A change in your family or financial situation should...