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WHY EVERYONE NEEDS TO KEEP THEIR ESTATE PLAN UPDATED

Mar 21
3 min

WHY EVERYONE NEEDS TO KEEP THEIR ESTATE PLAN UPDATED

As the world and its laws continue to evolve, everyone needs to keep their estate plans up to date. An estate plan is a set of documents,...

OBTAINING A POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR ELDERLY PARENTS

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Mar 14
5 min

OBTAINING A POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR ELDERLY PARENTS

Making important decisions for aging parents can be a challenging task, but power of attorney (POA) can provide peace of mind and clarity...

4 COMMON MISTAKES MADE ON LIFE INSURANCE BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 31
5 min

4 COMMON MISTAKES MADE ON LIFE INSURANCE BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS

Investing in life insurance is a foundational part of estate planning, and when done right it’s a primary way to say “I love you” to your...

CREDITORS AND YOUR ESTATE PLAN: WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DEBT WHEN YOU DIE?

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 24
5 min

CREDITORS AND YOUR ESTATE PLAN: WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DEBT WHEN YOU DIE?

In some cases, you could inadvertently leave a reality in which your surviving heirs—your kids, parents, or others—are responsible for...

A LIFETIME ASSET PROTECTION TRUST CAN SAFEGUARD YOUR CHILD'S INHERITANCE

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 10
5 min

A LIFETIME ASSET PROTECTION TRUST CAN SAFEGUARD YOUR CHILD'S INHERITANCE

The benefits of a unique estate planning vehicle known as a Lifetime Asset Protection Trust (LAPT) is not just for the ultra-wealthy.......

WILL THE COMING WEALTH TRANSFER BE A BLESSING OR A CURSE FOR YOUR FAMILY?

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 3
5 min

WILL THE COMING WEALTH TRANSFER BE A BLESSING OR A CURSE FOR YOUR FAMILY?

Whether it’s called “The Great Wealth Transfer,” “The Silver Tsunami,” or some other catchy sounding name, it’s a fact that a tremendous...

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Nov 22, 2022
5 min

TRUSTS & TAXES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

People are often curious — or confused — about the role trusts play in saving on taxes. Given how frequently this issue comes up, I will...

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH—PART 3

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Nov 15, 2022
5 min

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH—PART 3

If you have preferences about what happens to your digital footprint after your death, you need to take action. Otherwise, your online...

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH PART—2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Nov 8, 2022
5 min

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH PART—2

If you have preferences about what happens to your digital footprint after your death, you need to take action. Otherwise, your online...

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH — PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Nov 1, 2022
4 min

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH — PART 1

If you have preferences about what happens to your digital footprint after your death, you need to take action. Otherwise, your online...

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Oct 4, 2022
5 min

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 2

Actress Anne Heche died this August following a tragic car accident, leaving behind two young sons: Homer Heche Laffoon, age 20, and...

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Sep 27, 2022
6 min

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 1

Actress Anne Heche died this August following a tragic car accident in which she plowed her vehicle into a West Los Angeles home, where...

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Aug 30, 2022
6 min

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 2

August is “National Make-A-Will Month,” and if you have already prepared your will, congratulations—too few Americans have taken this key...

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Aug 23, 2022
4 min

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 1

August is “National Make-A-Will Month,” and if you have already prepared your will, congratulations—too few Americans have taken this key...

2022 ESTATE PLANNING CHECKUP: IS YOUR ESTATE PLAN UP TO DATE?

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Aug 2, 2022
5 min

2022 ESTATE PLANNING CHECKUP: IS YOUR ESTATE PLAN UP TO DATE?

Even if you put a totally solid estate plan in place, it can turn out to be worthless for the people you love if it’s not regularly...

WHY YOU NEED A TRUST - EVEN IF YOU AREN'T RICH

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jul 19, 2022
2 min

WHY YOU NEED A TRUST - EVEN IF YOU AREN'T RICH

When you hear the words, “trust fund,” do you conjure up images of stately mansions and party yachts? A trust fund - or trust - is...

5 COMMON ESTATE PLANNING CONCERNS FOR YOUR SECOND (OR MORE) MARRIAGE

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jul 12, 2022
6 min

5 COMMON ESTATE PLANNING CONCERNS FOR YOUR SECOND (OR MORE) MARRIAGE

With divorce occurring in roughly 50% of all marriages in the U.S. and life expectancy increasing every day, second—and even...

3 ESTATE PLANNING ISSUES FOR LGBTQ COUPLES—PART 2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jul 5, 2022
4 min

3 ESTATE PLANNING ISSUES FOR LGBTQ COUPLES—PART 2

Whether you are married or not, if you are involved in a committed partnership with another individual, estate planning is about so much...

3 ESTATE PLANNING ISSUES FOR LGBTQ+ COUPLES—PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jun 28, 2022
5 min

3 ESTATE PLANNING ISSUES FOR LGBTQ+ COUPLES—PART 1

Whether you are married or in a committed partnership, estate planning is about much more than planning for death—it's about planning for...

IF YOU'VE BEEN ASKED TO SERVE AS TRUSTEE, HERE'S WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jun 21, 2022
4 min

IF YOU'VE BEEN ASKED TO SERVE AS TRUSTEE, HERE'S WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

If a family member or friend has asked you to serve as trustee for their trust either during their life, or upon their death, it’s a big...

WHY EVERYONE NEEDS TO KEEP THEIR ESTATE PLAN UPDATED

Mar 21

OBTAINING A POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR ELDERLY PARENTS

Mar 14

4 COMMON MISTAKES MADE ON LIFE INSURANCE BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS

Jan 31