Because there are so many different kinds of Trust agreements, it can often be a daunting task to determine which is right for your situation, which makes estate planning more challenging. However, that’s what we, as estate planning attorneys, do every day. We...
And you thought you had to wait until Halloween to celebrate something. Think again! In 2008 the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC), in conjunction with Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA) and 49 of his colleagues, helped pass a law which declared...
If you are remarried or soon to be remarried (or know someone who is), then you should read this blog post. You should pay special attention if you are remarried to a person who has less assets than you. You will learn about a commonly used technique that can save you...
Matthew Goodwin is an estate planning attorney in Naples, Florida who provides services for clients throughout the state. As of July 1, 2015, Connecticut probate courts earned the dubious distinction of charging the highest probate fees in the U.S. Amazingly, the...
Today many estate plans contain irrevocable trusts that will continue for the benefit of a surviving spouse’s lifetime and then for the benefit of several generations. Since these trusts are designed to span multiple decades, it is crucial to choose the right...
