by Vail Gardner | Jan 4, 2023 | Estate Planning
No family is perfect, and the Pritchett-Dunphy clan on ABC’s hit TV show Modern Family is an excellent example of this. This close-knit family has their share of dysfunction, but they also have a lot of love for each other. As with any family, the estate...
by Vail Gardner | Dec 22, 2022 | Estate Planning
When you pass away, it’s essential to have a plan for your property—the last thing you want is for it to be contested or mishandled. One of the most common ways of leaving property is creating a last will and testament. However, there are other legal methods...
by Vail Gardner | Dec 14, 2022 | Estate Planning
You and your attorney may create a living trust (or inter vivos trust) during your lifetime. In contrast, your last will and testament creates the testamentary trust when you pass away. A testamentary trust does not exist until after death. Let’s look at the...
by Vail Gardner | Nov 11, 2022 | Estate Planning
When most people think about estate planning, the first thing that comes to mind is a will. A will is a document that lets you inform the court of your wishes after you die. However, having a will does not avoid probate. This blog post will examine why to avoid...
by Vail Gardner | Nov 2, 2022 | Estate Planning
When two people own joint property, they both have an equal right to use the property and make decisions about it. This seems like a fair arrangement, but in reality, it can often lead to disputes between partners. If you are considering joint tenancy with a life...
by Vail Gardner | Oct 27, 2022 | Estate Planning
If you’re looking for a way to leave a lasting legacy for your family, dynasty trusts can be a solution. A dynasty trust is an irrevocable trust that can span more than two generations and offers a variety of tax benefits and asset protection features. Because...
