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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,...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Mar 21, 20233 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Mar 14, 20235 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jan 31, 20235 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jan 24, 20235 min read
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.
Jan 3, 20235 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Nov 22, 20225 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Nov 15, 20225 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Nov 8, 20225 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Oct 31, 20224 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Oct 3, 20225 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Sep 26, 20226 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Aug 29, 20226 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Aug 22, 20224 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Aug 1, 20225 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jul 18, 20222 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jul 11, 20226 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jul 4, 20224 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jun 27, 20225 min read
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...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jun 20, 20224 min read
THE PERFECT FATHER’S DAY GIFT FOR EVERY FATHER
When you are a kid, finding a suitable gift for Father’s Day can be a struggle. You want to get Dad something he’ll enjoy, but few young...
Jeni Snider, Esq.
Jun 13, 20223 min read
