We’ve written about dividing belongings fairly among your children. Here’s the opposite problem: no one wants them, and everyone lives far away.Read More
Your out-of-state will or trust may be valid in Oregon, but it may not be optimized for Oregon law. Here are the estate planning questions every new Oregon resident should ask.Read More
An estate plan does more than distribute assets. Most of us know that an estate plan determines who receives our assets when we die. But a well-crafted estate plan can protect your spouse, guide your children, support a cause you believe in, and ensure that the people you trust are ready to act on your...Read More
Most people think of a will as a document that gives things to people after they die. That’s true, but it’s only part of the story. A will is one of the most practical legal tools available to Oregon adults of any age or asset level.Read More
Your estate plan can do more than transfer assets — it can carry forward the causes and communities that have mattered most to you. For Oregon retirees, tools like IRA beneficiary designations, donor-advised funds, and charitable remainder trusts offer powerful ways to make charitable giving more intentional, more tax-efficient, and more enduring than a lifetime...Read More
A plan drafted in your 40s or 50s was built around a different life. In retirement, your income sources, assets, and family circumstances have all shifted — and your estate plan may not have kept pace. Here's what to review and why it matters now.Read More
A plan drafted in your 40s or 50s was built around a different life. In retirement, your income sources, assets, and family circumstances have all shifted — and your estate plan may not have kept pace. Here's what to review and why it matters now.Read More
Your will or trust may not control everything you own. Many assets, such as retirement accounts and life insurance policies, pass by beneficiary designation, and outdated or incorrect choices can override even the most carefully drafted estate plan. Reviewing and coordinating these designations is essential to ensure your assets are distributed as you intend, avoid...Read More
Probate is the court process that happens after someone dies—and it can be time-consuming, expensive, and public. The good news? With proper planning, you can often avoid probate entirely. In this article, learn: - What probate is and why people try to avoid it; - The top tools to bypass probate (like revocable trusts, beneficiary...Read More
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