Is Inheriting in a Trust a Must?

Why your children should inherit in a trust …. You lovingly bring your children into this world. You raise your children with love. You may even create a an estate plan to safely pass on your assets as well as a legacy of love. But does your plan simply leave...

Asset Protection Strategies to Shield Your Real Estate

If you own real estate, there are a number of strategies you should consider to protect your assets. If you own real estate, chances are that you have purchased insurance to protect your assets against damage or loss.  Liability insurance should be your first line...

How to Care for Children with Special Needs Through Estate Planning

For many people, the basics of estate planning are simple enough, but for those families with loved ones who are disabled or have special needs, the estate planning process is more involved – and definitely more critical. The latest statistics show that five percent...

7 Reasons to Consider a Trust for Your Family

Do you consider trusts to be instruments of the wealthy?  While it is true that many Americans of means have trusts to protect and pass their wealth, there are a number of reasons why trusts can also be useful for middle-class families.  Here are 7 of them: 1. ...