Every August, Minnesotans gather at the State Fair — lovingly called The Great Minnesota Get-Together — for cheese curds, butter sculptures, and memories with family. The Fair is about fun, but it’s also about tradition, planning, and making the most of your time. Estate planning works the same way. With a little preparation, you can...
Tips for the Sandwich Generation
If you’re part of the “sandwich generation,” you’re likely balancing the needs of your own children while also beginning to care for, and support, aging parents. It’s a season of life that can be both rewarding and overwhelming—and one of the most impactful steps you can take right now is helping ensure your parents have...
Train Today, Protect Tomorrow: The Estate Planning Workout You Didn’t Know You Needed
Seasons of Change: Estate Planning Updates
Summer is fading into fall here in Minnesota and that means the industrious squirrels are busy outside our office windows. On a well-worn path, our furry friends race up and down the walkway, their pace slowed only because of the black walnuts shoved into their tiny mouths. They are preparing for the winter to come....
4 Ways to Use Charitable Giving in Estate Planning
When we discuss estate planning, the idea of leaving a legacy often comes to mind. Charitable giving is a powerful way to do just that while also reflecting your passions and values. By incorporating charitable donations into your estate plan, you can continue to support causes that matter to you long after you’re gone. Whether...
3 Questions to Ask a Potential Attorney
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Estate planning is a crucial process that ensures your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes after you die. To navigate this complex legal journey effectively, hiring an experienced estate planning attorney is essential. Here are three key questions to ask when selecting the right attorney...
Secure Your Family’s Future: Estate Planning Tips for Young Parents
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Estate planning is often associated with older individuals or those with substantial wealth, but it is equally important for young families. Planning ahead can help to make sure your loved ones are provided for and your assets are managed according to your wishes. No one likes to think...
5 Estate Planning Tips After Buying a Home
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Owning a home symbolizes stability, security, accomplishment, and for many is a major life milestone! It also comes with a set of responsibilities, and that includes estate planning. Estate planning involves preparing for the management and distribution of your assets in the event of death or incapacitation. Now...
5 Traits to Look For in a Personal Representative
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Drafting a will is a significant step in ensuring your wishes are carried out after you’ve gone. However, a crucial step of this process is often overlooked: choosing the right person to serve as your personal representative. Your personal representative will be responsible for managing your estate, distributing...
6 of the Biggest Estate Planning Myths: Explained & Busted
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Estate planning is a crucial step to securing your assets and the well-being of your loved ones. Unfortunately, several myths persist, preventing many individuals from recognizing the importance of estate planning. So, let’s dispel some of these myths and misconceptions while shedding some light on the importance of...