
How to Avoid Estate Planning Mistakes in 2025
If these things get overlooked, you risk leaving your loved ones with extra challenges during what’s already a tough time.

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

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.

I thought planning for death or injury was something I wouldn’t have to worry about for many years. However, the truth is that anybody over 18 should consider it.

The pain of her loss took a dark turn in April 2023. She said she got an email from her attorney; a will appearing to be written and signed by her mother was attached to the email.

By understanding how property actually passes, individuals can prepare holistic estate plans that will ensure that property transfers in the way intended.

Heirs’ property creates unique landowners issues that disproportionately impact African American communities. These problems include unclear titles, tax issues and vulnerability to partition sales.

Tony Bennett’s daughters are suing the trustee of his estate, highlighting the importance of clear estate planning to avoid family disputes.

Have a clear road map for your estate so your heirs don’t drown in paperwork and probate after your death.

Is it unusual that named beneficiaries would not be given copies of or, at the very least, be allowed to view the will?

The public is now likely to get a closer look at Simpson’s finances, and the families are likely to have a better shot at collecting—if there is anything to collect.