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Understanding the Differences Between a Will and a Trust

When planning for the future, many people are unsure whether to set up a will, a trust, or both. While...
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Breaking Down the Basics of a Living Trust

Living Trusts are documents that provide detailed instructions on how to manage your assets and care for your family at...
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What is Included in an Estate Plan?

Will and Testament: Wills are legal documents that inform the probate court of your wishes regarding the management of your assets...
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Understanding QTIP Trusts: A Smart Estate Planning Tool for Married Couples

A recent United States Tax Court opinion in ESTATE OF MARTIN W. GRIFFIN v. COMMISSIONER, Docket No. 15938-23, discussed QTIP Trusts and...
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Are Disinherited Heirs Interested Parties in Probate?

A recent case in Huron County Probate Court has raised an important question for estate planning attorneys and individuals involved...
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Does Your Estate Plan Include a Funeral Advocate Designation?

Estate planning is often focused on the big picture: wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. These are great tools for...

Educational Content for Advisors

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Avoiding Probate for Small Estates: A Practical Solution

Dealing with the estate of a loved one after their passing can be a complex and emotionally taxing process. If...
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“ONE Big Beautiful Bill” and Estate Taxes: $15 Million Exemption Here to Stay

A major change in the federal estate tax was recently signed into law as part of what lawmakers dubbed the...
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What To Look For When Reviewing An Estate Plan

Experienced estate planning attorney. Your estate plan will be one of the most important documents you create during your lifetime. Therefore,...
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IRS Releases the 2025 Estate Tax Exemption Amount

The IRS has released adjustments to the estate tax exemption, annual exclusion for gift taxes, and the marginal tax rates...
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Kamala Harris Reveals Estate Tax Policies Including 55 Percent Estate Tax

In August, presidential candidate Kamala Harris disclosed some of her proposed tax policies. Kamala Harris’s proposal brings significant changes to...
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Election Year Wealth Transfer Strategies

With a push by the Democratic party to return federal estate taxes to their historic norms, taxpayers need to act...