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Military Family Estate Planning

Posted by The Will Lawyer, P.A. | Jul 15, 2025 | 0 Comments

Whatever the time of year, it is always good for members of the military and their loved ones to create or revisit their estate plan. Military families face unique estate planning considerations that others do not, especially when a family member is deployed overseas or receives a temporary duty ...

The Deaths of Gene Hackman and His Wife

Posted by The Will Lawyer, P.A. | Jul 07, 2025 | 0 Comments

When investigators entered the home of legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Machiko Arakawa, in a gated community outside Santa Fe, New Mexico, on February 26, 2025, they found the couple dead under mysterious circumstances. Following their investigation, authorities pieced together...

The Lifetime QTIP Trust

Posted by The Will Lawyer, P.A. | Jun 23, 2025 | 0 Comments

The Lifetime QTIP Trust  Estate planning for couples in a second or subsequent marriage can be tricky, especially if their estates are disproportionate. One solution that allows the more affluent spouse to maintain control of their property and wealth and minimize potential estate taxes—while ke...

4 Tips to Avoid a Will or Trust Contest

Posted by The Will Lawyer, P.A. | Jun 04, 2025 | 0 Comments

Fighting over provisions in your will or trust can derail your final wishes, rapidly deplete your financial legacy, and tear your loved ones apart. However, with proper planning, you can help your family avoid a potentially disastrous fight.   If you are concerned about challenges to your estat...

It's Planning Season

Posted by The Will Lawyer, P.A. | May 28, 2025 | 0 Comments

It's Planning Season To have a successful farm, thoughtful planning must be done every season. Your life is no different. To properly prepare for the next season in your life and the lives of your loved ones, you need a well-executed estate plan. When crafting a foundational plan to protect your...

Common Estate Planning Myths DEBUNKED

Posted by The Will Lawyer, P.A. | Feb 13, 2025 | 0 Comments

Common Estate Planning Myths Debunked Estate planning can feel overwhelming, and many people delay it because of misconceptions. Whether you think you're too young, your estate is too small, or that your family can handle things after you're gone, it's important to understand that proper plannin...

Myths and FAQ RE Incapacity Planning

Posted by William G. Kilpatrick, Jr. | Apr 17, 2024 | 0 Comments

Myths and Frequently Asked Questions Incapacity Planning   Myth 1: I do not have to worry about becoming disabled or unable to manage my financial and personal affairs because I am young.  Reality: Anyone can become disabled, at any age. While the odds of disability increase with age, it is n...

What Happens to Elvis' Legacy Now?

Posted by William G. Kilpatrick, Jr. | Apr 24, 2023 | 0 Comments

What Happens to Elvis' Legacy Now? Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll, died in 1977. Like most celebrities of his stature, he left behind a complicated legacy—and a considerable estate. Elvis' estate, including Graceland, ended up in the hands of his only child, Lisa Marie Presley, who p...

How Can I Plan for Incapacity?

Posted by William G. Kilpatrick, Jr. | Aug 08, 2022 | 0 Comments

Everyone knows that one day they will have to accept the fact that they are mortal and will pass away.  However, many people never consider the possibility that they might become incapacitated at some point and therefore, fail to make a plan.  Watch Bill Kilpatrick in one of his webinars go ove...

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