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Discretionary Gifting Authority in Durable Powers of Attorney

Make sure what you authorize is actually what you intend.

When Do You Receive Your Inheritance – The Administration of An Estate

What to Do When an Estate Has a House but No Cash (NJ & PA Guide)

Estate Planning in the US: Which Legal Documents Do You Actually Need?

Estate planning is often associated with wealthy families and complicated financial arrangements with property, savings, ... Read more

Administering an Estate That Owns a Business: Duties, Risks, and Immediate Steps for Executors

The Estate Plan Most Families Never Finish

The Trust & Will 2026 Estate Planning Report finds that 56% of U.S. adults have none of the five core documents. This means that the said percentage of U.S. adults have no will...

I’M MY MOTHER’S POWER OF ATTORNEY, SO WHY IS MY SISTER ADMINISTERING HER ESTATE?

I’M MY MOTHER’S POWER OF ATTORNEY, SO WHY IS MY SISTER ADMINISTERING HER ESTATE? A typical misunderstanding in probate is who is in charge of the deceased’s estate. One of the main...

Estate Planning Considerations for Long-Term Real Estate Owners

Long-term real estate owners can protect family wealth and simplify future property transfers through careful estate planning. Clear documentation, updated ownership arrangements,...

I hold my mother-in-law’s power of attorney. I’m also her executor and trustee. Do I have ultimate authority?

“There is a lot of legal and financial power in my hands.”

You’re Named as Someone’s Power of Attorney — 8 Things to Know Before You Ever Use It

Being named in someone’s power of attorney can sound straightforward: if they ever need financial help, you step in and handle things. In reality, signing...

Your Will Is Done. Could Your Family Find the Rest?

You have a Will. Your Powers of Attorney are signed. Your important documents are filed away. You may feel pretty organized. But if someone else had to step into your shoes tomorro...

How an updated estate can give clients 'power from the grave'

August is National Make a Will Month, but advisors say it's important to urge clients year-round to secure their wishes by keeping wills and estate plans fresh.

Can I use power of attorney to sack my vulnerable elderly friend's useless accountant and financial adviser?

I hold joint power of attorney for a family friend with dementia. She already had an accountant and financial adviser she's known for years. The trouble is neither is any good.

A Practical Guide to Estate Planning in Nevada

A signed trust or will can appear complete on paper, but paperwork alone does not guarantee the protections will work as intended.Families often discover too late that accounts wer...

Distribution of a Decedent’s Residence After Their Death

"The Estate Planner," July/August 2026

Buying a Home Is Just the Beginning: Don’t Forget to Protect It

Buying a home is a major financial and personal milestone. After closing, most new owners focus on moving in, getting settled, and starting on their mortgage payments. Estate plann...

Estate Planning for Blended Families: Protecting Everyone You Love

When Family Law Meets Estate Law: Separated Spouses, Wills and the Risks in Between

Four ways to make sure your will protects your family and avoids added grief

An estate planning attorney can ensure your will meets state-specific requirements, but making it findable is just as critical for your loved ones.

Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts: Choosing the Right Path for your Estate Plan

5 Estate Plan Oversights That Could Leave Your Heirs With Nothing

Think a simple will is enough? Think again. These common mistakes are a goldmine for lawyers and the IRS.

A Gift or a Lawsuit? When Lifetime Transfers Become Probate Battlegrounds – Part 1

Before Death, Ask Yourself How Much You Trust Your Trustee

A trustee's mistakes can cost families six figures, so a candid conversation now may prevent years of conflict, fees and delayed inheritances.