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My blog can be a helpful resource as you plan your estate.
Information is powerful when putting together your estate plan. At Vail Gardner Law, I update my blog regularly with helpful estate planning information, as well as updates about my upcoming estate planning workshops and other news about my law firm in Durham, North Carolina.
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. It should not be taken as legal advice for any situation. By viewing this website, no attorney-client relationship is established.
6 Causes of Family Conflict in Estate Planning
Planning for the future is a necessary ongoing process throughout your lifetime. The rule of thumb is to update your estate plan every 3-5 years. Planning can prevent resentment and conflicts in your family. Learn the 6 Causes of Family Conflict in Estate Planning.
Trust Funds for Grandchildren
How do you help grandchildren see the value in working hard and making good financial choices? Let’s look at how you can fund a trust fund as a way to help but not financially overwhelm your grandchildren.
Gifting Money to Children Without Tax Consequences
As children grow into adults, we miss seeing the excited surprise on their faces as they open presents. A child of 5 just has such glee when receiving a gift. It is still possible, however, to give your grown child something they will appreciate. Giving money and your time never seem to get old and have advantages for both you and your children as you grow older.
Asset Protection Strategies You Need to Know
Aging without safeguarding your assets is dangerous to your financial health. The older you are, the more financial pitfalls you face. The longer you’ve saved, the more you have to lose. Make an asset protection plan that gives you and your family a bright future.
Why You Need a Medical Power of Attorney
Estate planning isn’t something that is fun to talk about. No one wants to think about death or what will happen after they are gone. But it is necessary to talk about it, and essential to make plans by doing your estate planning. And one of the most important documents when estate planning is a medical power of attorney.
Why You Need an Asset Protection Attorney
You may have retirement savings, children, special needs parents, and own your home. However, without planning for your asset protection, one unexpected event could destroy all you’ve worked for so hard. Let’s look at why you need an asset protection attorney to have peace of mind.