Trusts 101: The Important Whats, Hows, and Whos
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A trust is an arrangement wherein an entity (called the trustee) holds the properties of a person (the trustor).

- Jul 27
- 4 min
Estate Planning For Your Minor Kids (Part 2): Guardianship
Guardianship is one of the most significant pieces in estate planning for families with minor children. Read on to learn more!
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- Jul 20
- 3 min
Estate Planning for Your Minor Kids (Part 1): Finances
Learn how to properly plan your estate for your minor children's financial needs!
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- May 4
- 5 min
Top 5 Reasons to Use a Trust
You've heard about trusts--but do you know why people use them? Never fear. I'm here to help! Here are the top 5 reasons to use a trust.
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- Mar 20
- 4 min
Understanding Intestacy: Dying without a Plan
Let’s learn about intestacy–what is it, what are its repercussions, what do the laws say, and, essentially, what are the basics about it!
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- Mar 18
- 4 min
Should You DIY Your will?
Should you DIY your will? Is it really easy, convenient, and cost-effective? Let’s answer and zero in on this in this blog!
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- Oct 11, 2022
- 5 min
Trusts: The Pros & Cons
You’ve heard all about trusts on this blog, but choosing whether one is right for you can be a difficult decision (hint, hint -...
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- Jun 23, 2022
- 3 min
Divorce Final? Your Top 3 Estate Planning To-Do's
A short run-down on what exactly you have to do with regard to your plan following a divorce. Here's your top three estate planning to-dos!
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- Jun 21, 2022
- 3 min
What is a pour-over will?
If the trustor so desires (which is most likely the case!), she can have her remaining assets poured over into the trust upon death.
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- Jun 13, 2022
- 5 min
Will vs. Trust: Which is right for me?
Do you also need BOTH a will and trust? Would one suffice? Which between the two instruments should you get? Find out!
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- Jun 10, 2022
- 3 min
Estate Planning is Self-Empowerment
Self-empowerment is all about running your own race. Let me show you how you can do just that through estate planning!
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- May 16, 2022
- 4 min
What if my partner and I don't agree on who to choose as a guardian?
Not seeing eye to eye with your spouse or partner in choosing your children’s guardian must be one of the most common concerns.
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- Apr 22, 2022
- 3 min
Life insurance isn't just for burial costs
This is precisely why life insurance is often thought of as an act of love. You give your family one less thing to worry about.
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- Feb 24, 2022
- 5 min
Estate Planning in the Black Community: Looking Back to Move Forward
Black History IS American History. How does history impact estate planning in the Black community? Let's look back in order to move forward.
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- Nov 28, 2021
- 3 min
Importance of Estate Planning for Blended Families
I am here to talk about the importance of an estate plan for blended families, which helps prevent possible disputes related to your estate.
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- Sep 3, 2021
- 4 min
Choosing a Trustee
The trustee - the person to whom the properties are to be entrusted and who manages the properties in the meantime.
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- Jul 10, 2021
- 3 min
Estate Planning Myth #2: Estate Planning is Only for After I'm Gone
Here is yet another very popular but also very false impression on estate planning – “Estate planning is only for after I’m gone.”
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- Apr 14, 2021
- 3 min
Wait, What's a Trust?
Even if you're not the next Richie Rich, a trust can help you preserve your legacy, protect your assets, and provide for your family.
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