Many Washington residents include irrevocable trusts in their estate plans, and the beneficiaries of these trusts are usually their children or grandchildren. When assets are placed into irrevocable trusts, they are no longer owned by the grantor. This means they are...
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When to petition for guardianship after traumatic brain injury
Every year, thousands of people suffer traumatic brain injuries in the United States. While many individuals eventually recover most or all of their cognitive and physical abilities, many do not. When such a situation occurs to victims in Washington, a loved one may...
Learn from celebrity estate planning mistakes in Washington State
Celebrities often make the same mistakes that other people do when planning their estates in Washington. Because these individuals often have high net worths, the consequences can be much worse. Luckily, you can learn from some of them like Prince, Michael Jackson and...
Don’t make these 3 estate planning mistakes
People in Washington and around the country should know about the importance of estate planning. Failing to create or update an estate could create significant problems for your loved ones and for yourself. In addition, poor estate planning can also create issues....
What to do if your neighbor encroaches over your property line
Many property owners in Washington don’t realize that they have a boundary disagreement with their neighbor until the neighbor starts encroaching on their property. All of a sudden, a neighbor that you had no issues with before starts building a structure over your...
The two types of boundary disputes
Owning property in Washington can give you a lot of freedom and independence. However, property lines define where you can and cannot plant trees, build a shed or let your animals roam. When property lines are crossed, this can lead to a boundary dispute with your...
Versatile ways for new parents to estate plan
Estate planning in Washington should be started by all new parents. You can wait until a child is born or plan beforehand. What brings unexpected difficulties is never attempting to plan for your child's future. An estate plan for your children doesn't require money...
How should you handle a boundary dispute in Washington?
Boundary disputes are a common occurrence, and they can be difficult to handle. If you want to avoid issues and probably a costly or time-consuming lawsuit too, it is important to know how to manage a boundary dispute. Run a title search and get your land survey A...
The challenges of inheritance: The family business
One of the proudest accomplishments of many Washington residents is operating a successful family business. Many entrepreneurs have built businesses over the years that they wish to leave to the family in hopes the tradition will continue as a family legacy. However,...
The challenges of inheritance: The house
Inheriting a home in Washington can present challenges to the heirs. When a parent passes away and leaves the family home to several children, deciding the appropriate course of action for how to handle the home might lead to conflicts between the parent's adult...