The Missing Will Mystery: How Zappos CEO’s Estate Chaos Could Have Been Avoided
Tony Hsieh's cautionary tale shows why proper estate planning with regular reviews is critical, regardless of your wealth or age.
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Estate Planning
Why A Will Is Not A Suitable Option For Protecting Your Pet
Most pet parents consider their furry companions family—but legally, your pet is treated as property. That means you can’t leave money directly to your pet in a will, and the person you do name has no legal duty to use it for your pet’s care.
Estate Planning Before You Travel: Why It’s Critically Important
Vacations are about relaxing, unplugging from work, and spending quality time with your spouse, partner, kids, or friends. But before you pack your bags and head off on your next adventure, there’s one crucial thing you might want to check off your to-do list—your estate plan. We know it’s not the most exciting pre-vacation task, but taking care of it now can give you peace of mind to truly enjoy your time away. Here’s why it’s worth considering your estate plans before traveling.
Turning 18? Don’t Skip These 3 Legal Must-Haves
As your child turns 18 and graduates high school, they become a legal adult—bringing new responsibilities and risks. Without the proper legal documents in place, you may be powerless in a medical or financial emergency. Learn the three essential estate planning documents every young adult needs: a medical power of attorney, a living will, and a durable financial power of attorney. These tools protect your child and empower you to help when it matters most.
Why Business Owners Deserve More Than an Easy or Cheap Estate Plan
An easy or cheap estate plan can leave your business vulnerable when you're a business owner. Learn why your business documents and estate plan must work together, and what can happen if they don’t.
A Legacy of Honor: Estate Planning as a Lasting Tribute on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, consider a gift that truly lasts forever. Estate planning isn't just about legal documents—it's one of the most profound expressions of love, allowing you to extend your care, wisdom, and protection long after you're gone.
The Death Tax May Die—Now What?
The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025 could significantly alter how wealth is transferred between generations, potentially eliminating the estate tax entirely. Learn what this proposed legislation might mean for you.
10 Guardian Mistakes That Could Put Your Kids at Risk (And How to Do It Right)
Naming guardians in your will isn't enough to fully protect your children if something happens to you. Discover the 10 most common guardianship mistakes parents make and how a comprehensive Kids Protection Plan® can provide complete peace of mind.
Don’t Make This $700 Million Mistake: Include an Asset Inventory in Your Estate Plan
A computer engineer from Wales accidentally threw away a hard drive containing 8,000 Bitcoin (BTC), now worth approximately $700 million. His decade-long struggle to recover his fortune offers vital lessons for proper estate planning in our increasingly digital world.