
If You Want Your Trust to Work, Fund It
Creating a trust is only half the battle—funding it ensures that your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.

Creating a trust is only half the battle—funding it ensures that your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.

A common question asked in estate planning is how to divide an estate fairly among beneficiaries.

As more seniors embrace independent living, they face unique challenges like isolation, financial vulnerability and health risks. Proactive strategies, from creating a safe home to planning with an elder law attorney, empower older adults to thrive, while safeguarding their independence and long-term well-being.

Warren Buffett emphasizes transparency in estate planning, urging families to discuss wills before signing. Open conversations prevent misunderstandings, clarify roles and strengthen bonds.

Every year offers a chance to step back, recalibrate and plan for the year ahead, and 2025 is no different.

Estate planning can be a tricky topic to bring up with loved ones, especially when distance is part of the equation.

If these things get overlooked, you risk leaving your loved ones with extra challenges during what’s already a tough time.

Though ‘estate planning’ may bring to mind visions of rich families squabbling over the ancestral silver, it isn’t just for the wealthy or older people, financial planners say.

Managing real estate in multiple states can complicate probate. However, with the right estate plan, you can help your family avoid the extra time, cost and stress.

Legal planning can protect your parents, prevent family disputes and bring peace of mind to beleaguered caretakers in the sandwich generation.