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What Should I Do with My Inheritance?

April 15, 2026
That combination—historic wealth movement colliding with economic and policy uncertainty—is raising the stakes for inheritors at precisely the wrong moment.
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The Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie Shows the Need to Protect

April 11, 2026
When an older adult goes missing, it highlights personal tragedy as well as the systemic vulnerabilities seniors face and the importance of planning and protection.
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Blended Families, Litigation Avoidance Estate Planning

April 10, 2026
Beginning in the 1970s, Americans began divorcing and remarrying in greater numbers than ever before, expanding the definition of family.
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One Big Beautiful Bill Act Is Changing Elder Law

April 9, 2026
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is reshaping legal and financial planning for older adults, creating both opportunities and challenges for families and elder law practitioners.
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Strategies to Keep Inheritance Out of Probate

April 8, 2026
Avoiding probate helps heirs receive their inheritance more quickly, privately and with less cost.
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Estate Planning Critical to Building Generational Wealth

April 6, 2026
Estate planning isn't just about passing on assets; it's a strategic way to protect family wealth, minimize taxes and build a legacy that lasts across generations.
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The Latest Trends in Home Health Services

April 5, 2026
Home health care is evolving quickly, offering older adults more independence, better outcomes and greater comfort at home.
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Elder Law Planning Can Protect Vulnerable Loved Ones

April 4, 2026
Elder law planning is about safeguarding the people you love before a crisis ever puts them at risk.
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Estate Planning Basics to Prevent Devastation When There Is No

April 2, 2026
Here are six legal actions to keep in mind when developing a succession plan.
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How Out-of-Date Wills Cost Families in Dollars and Damaged

April 1, 2026
Complex estates with real property, business interests, or family disputes can drag on for two years or more.
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