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Joint Ownership Seems So Fair and Easy…

Joint Ownership Seems So Fair and Easy…

by David Edwards | May 26, 2022 | Elder Care Advising, EP-FamilyFarmsPage, Family Farm

Many families think that joint ownership will make things fairer or even help avoid probate. What they don’t know is that it can really cause some problems. It can go a little something like this… Grandad left his property to Dad. Then when Dad passed away...
Joint Ownership – Tempting But Risky

Joint Ownership – Tempting But Risky

by David Edwards | Mar 8, 2020 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning

Joint ownership with a right of survivorship, or joint tenancy, is a common method of owning assets.  Particularly with husbands and wives, it is a very common ownership method. Many people hear about joint tenancy as being a good estate planning tool – a way to...
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...
Avoiding Common Probate Pitfalls: A Guide for Families

Avoiding Common Probate Pitfalls: A Guide for Families

by David Edwards | Mar 13, 2025 | EP-ProbatePage, Probate

Navigating the probate process can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Taking the time now to learn about the probate process and understand some of the more common probate pitfalls and roadblocks can help you and your family avoid unnecessary stress and...
Prenuptial Agreements and Estate Planning

Prenuptial Agreements and Estate Planning

by David Edwards | Jun 7, 2021 | Asset Protection

Prenuptial agreements aren’t just something you should consider in the context of what will happen to your assets in the event you should divorce. Prenups are also really handy when it comes to estate planning. What does a prenup have to do with estate...
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