Shannen Doherty spent years fighting breast cancer with courage and candor. In her final days, she also fought to finalize her divorce – signing the settlement just one day before she died on July 13, 2024. More than a year later, her estate was … [Read more...] about Still Fighting: The Estate Planning Legacy of Shannen Doherty
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Declare Your Independence From Intestacy
Every Fourth of July, we celebrate the right to determine our own destiny. Yet many Americans leave some of life's most important decisions to state intestacy laws by failing to create an Estate Plan. This Independence Day, learn why declaring your … [Read more...] about Declare Your Independence From Intestacy
Spring Summit 2026: Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler
Dedicated Estate Planners stay current on more than just changes in the law but also the latest trends in personal financial strategies, asset protection, and retirement goals. The American Academy of Estate Planning held its semi-annual conference … [Read more...] about Spring Summit 2026: Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler
IRS Warning: The 2026 Dirty Dozen Tax Scams
As we approach the end of another tax season, it’s a good time to review the list of “Dirty Dozen” tax schemes published by the Internal Revenue Service for the year. Many of these schemes peak during tax time and involve fraudsters looking for ways … [Read more...] about IRS Warning: The 2026 Dirty Dozen Tax Scams
When Estate Planning Fails: Family Infighting and the $10 Billion Lakers Sale
The recent $10 billion sale of the Los Angeles Lakers provides a powerful cautionary tale about Estate Planning, family conflict, and business succession. Despite a sophisticated Trust designed to keep ownership in the Buss family, structural flaws … [Read more...] about When Estate Planning Fails: Family Infighting and the $10 Billion Lakers Sale
