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Two Types of Asset Organization Mistakes (And How to Avoid Heartache)

Two Types of Asset Organization Mistakes (And How to Avoid Heartache)

by David Edwards | Oct 23, 2025 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning

TL;DR Summary (Executive Summary) Asset organization is crucial—forgetting key details or mismatching legal documents can cause hardship for your family. The two biggest mistakes: 1) not keeping an updated, detailed master list; 2) letting your accounts/titles/plans...
Is There Really a “Reading of the Will”? What Actually Happens After Someone Dies?

Is There Really a “Reading of the Will”? What Actually Happens After Someone Dies?

by David Edwards | Sep 25, 2025 | Death of a Loved One, Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts

People often ask us, “When do we have the reading of the Will?” That’s understandable, because for decades, movies and TV shows have shown dramatic “Will readings” where families gather in a lawyer’s office for a big reveal. Think Knives Out – the millionaire leaves...
6 Estate Planning Challenges Blended Families Face—and How to Avoid Them!

6 Estate Planning Challenges Blended Families Face—and How to Avoid Them!

by David Edwards | Jul 25, 2025 | Estate Planning

Blended families face unique estate planning challenges, but with open communication and the right legal tools, families can avoid conflict and ensure all loved ones are protected. A blended family is a celebration of hope. It’s also an opportunity for challenges. If...
How to Leave a Legacy for Your Family: A Gift to Future Generations

How to Leave a Legacy for Your Family: A Gift to Future Generations

by David Edwards | May 31, 2025 | Estate Planning, Family Farm

At Edwards Group, we believe estate planning is about more than passing down money. It’s about leaving a legacy of love, values, and wisdom — a gift that blesses your family for generations. As we journey through life, it’s easy to focus on the day-to-day. But there’s...
5 Legal Steps That Can Protect Your Aging Parents — and Your Family

5 Legal Steps That Can Protect Your Aging Parents — and Your Family

by David Edwards | Apr 23, 2025 | Aging Parents, Estate Planning

Legal planning for aging parents may feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right steps, you can protect your family and avoid future stress. At Edwards Group, we walk with families every day who are trying to make the best legal, financial, and...
Secrets: What Your Children Need to Know About Your Estate Plan

Secrets: What Your Children Need to Know About Your Estate Plan

by David Edwards | Feb 17, 2025 | End of Life, Estate Planning

Sometimes secrets can be really fun. In fact, I remember back when our daughter was four years old my wife and I kept a big secret from her. We were surprising her with a trip to Walt Disney World for her upcoming birthday, in conjunction with an estate planning...
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