by David Edwards | Jan 31, 2011 | Wills and Trusts
Legal fees are a big obstacle to estate planning. Here are the most common ways that estate planning attorneys bill and how these methods may hurt your planning. 1. By the hour. This is one of the most common ways that attorneys charge for their services, so how can... 
by David Edwards | Dec 13, 2010 | Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
There’s an old court case that goes something like this. A very rich man once left his black cat to his long-time maid, along with a trust fund to be used for the cat’s care and a stipend to the maid. The trustee began to get suspicious when the cat lived... 
by David Edwards | Oct 17, 2010 | Estate Planning
Board games are a fun way to hang out with family and friends. And guess what? Estate planning can be like a game! Which kind of game depends on you… Bridge This game seems like a game for older people. Some people feel the same way about estate planning.... 
by David Edwards | Mar 8, 2010 | Wills and Trusts
Do you know you need a will but don’t know where to start? Is the thought of estate planning so overwhelming you give up before you begin? Do you know how old your will is? Are your kids as good with money as you are? Do you keep putting off for someday what you... by David Edwards | Jul 3, 2009 | Estate Planning
Are you tired yet of hearing about the Michael Jackson saga? One thing for sure, the gossip media should have plenty to talk about for quite a while. It turns out Michael did have a Last Will & Testament after all. (Thanks to those who sent me links to good...