The New Year is finally here. January is a time to begin what you might have been putting off the year before. As you begin to embark on your New Year’s resolutions, consider adding another resolution to your list: creating an estate plan. According to Forbes, an estate plan is the best gift you can give yourself this year. Consider the five following reasons you should create an estate plan […]

When determining your estate plan, it is important to remember all members of your family. While you might have already set up distribution methods for your beneficiaries, it is important to leave a portion of your assets aside for the continuing care of an important family member: your pet. Pets have been considered in high-asset estate plans for many years. Billionaire and hotel heiress, Leona Helmsley, made pet trusts famous […]

Depending on the size and value of your estate, the estate planning process can be quite complex. However, it is not only the value of your estate that affects how you should design your estate plans. If you are a woman, you need to approach the estate planning process a little differently. There are a few reasons for this. On average, women live 4.9 years longer than men. A longer […]

Many people who find themselves in financial difficulty could have avoided it with a bit more attention to financial planning. They find themselves unprepared for everything that life throws at them. This is especially important for business owners who need to consider the way their personal finances impact the company. Below are three common life events that you need to keep in mind when planning for your financial future: Marriage Yes, marriage […]

When you’ve never planned an estate before, you’ll be in the dark as to all the options available. You will also be vulnerable to making numerous common mistakes if you don’t have experienced guidance. Following are two estate planning mistakes you’ll definitely want to watch out for: Failing to update your estate plan: Your will is not a static document. Your family, state and federal estate laws and tax rules will […]

Imagine you’ve spent your entire life and career saving up for your future and your family’s future. Because of your hard work, sound investment choices and dedication to saving, you’ve amassed a considerable amount of wealth that you hope to pass on to your family through your estate plan one day. It’s important to realize, however, that all of your hard work and sacrifice could be wiped away in a […]

You and your husband tried to make your marriage work for as long as you could. But after several painful years, you are ready to divorce. There are several questions running through your mind about your children, your home and your finances. One of the most important financial questions that you will have to consider is what will happen to your inheritance. Many women in Silicon Valley who have received […]