Is Estate Planning and Writing Will the Same Thing?
Many people think that estate planning and writing a will are the same. However, one is actually just part of the other.
Ethan Huizenga January 23, 2023
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What Do Your Kids Want to Inherit?
While it might seem too soon to think about this uncomfortable topic, it’s still something that needs to be carefully planned to make everyone’s life a little easier as they handle the grief of losing a loved one.
Ethan Huizenga December 1, 2022
How Do I Ask My Parents About Their Estate Plan?
Before approaching the subject of the will, you need to consider that the loved one may be guarded and resistant to talk about it.
Ethan Huizenga November 15, 2022
Can Unequal Inheritances Be Fair?
The important thing to acknowledge is that the emotions behind the reasons are not trivial, but are important and should not be dismissed or minimized.
Ethan Huizenga October 6, 2022
What If Your Spouse Refuses Estate Planning?
I’m looking for guidance on where to start with planning, in case something happens to me or my husband.
Ethan Huizenga September 1, 2022
When Should I Hire an Estate Planning Attorney?
Here are four types of estate situations that could call for professional legal help.
Ethan Huizenga August 24, 2022
Do I Need a Spendthrift Trust?
A spendthrift trust allows you to leave funds to a beneficiary without giving them full control over those funds.
Ethan Huizenga August 22, 2022
The Future of Your IRA and How the SECURE Act Changed the Rules
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (Secure) Act upended inherited IRAs for most non-spousal beneficiaries. The 10-year rule for withdrawing from inherited IRAs eliminated the ability to stretch inherited IRAs for these beneficiaries.
Ethan Huizenga August 15, 2022
What Common Mistakes are Made with Living Trusts?
Of course, just because you have a living trust doesn’t mean you’re all set. Here are a few of the most common mistakes people make with their living trusts.
Ethan Huizenga August 8, 2022
How Does My Inherited IRA Fit into Estate Planning?
Most people don’t know the first thing about the Secure Act and yet it has great impact on their retirement planning.
Ethan Huizenga June 15, 2022
