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Most of the time distant family members do not inherit an estate. But every once in a while, someone unexpectedly becomes the heir when a distant relative dies. And in most cases, the fact that something like this could even happen stuns them and makes them suspect they may even be the target of a scam. Don't let your assets go to a "laughing heir." Set up your estate plan today. I can help! Reach out to me at (517) 708-2222 or Katrina@CornerstoneLegalPLLC.com. #CornerstoneLegal #CaringEstatePlanning #estateplanningwithcare #estateplannningattorney #estateplanning

Blended families bring stressful dynamics to post-life wealth transfer. Good estate planning can ensure that all heirs are taken care of to the intent of the deceased. A nice overview of a common technique 👇👇

🎸From the King of Rock to everyday homeowners - no one is immune to property scams. Read the last installment of our celebrity estate planning series, “Elvis and the Scammers” (no, it’s not the name of a rock group!) and find out how bad guys tried to steal Graceland, and what you can do to protect yourself. 💪 ⭐Check out our new article now! https://lnkd.in/ex87MhDS https://lnkd.in/eewe7ArR #EstatePlanning #NJLawyer #WillsAndTrusts #Probate #LegacyPlanning #FamilyWealth   #Inheritance #EstatePlan #EstateAttorney #ProtectYourAssets #ElderLaw #Guardianship #LivingWill #EstateTax #HealthcareDirective #PowerOfAttorney #Beneficiary #EstateLaw #BusinessLaw #BusinessFormation #ContractLaw #SmallBusiness #CommercialLaw #EmploymentLaw #BusinessOwner #BusinessContracts #RealEstateLaw #BusinessCompliance #BusinessLitigation #NewJerseyBusiness

Even the closest families can fight after the loss of a loved one. The good news is that having a solid estate plan can help cut down on drama. Contact us if you’d like to explore your options. www.TrustedElderLaw.com #trustedelderlaw #estateplanningmatters #estateplanningmom

Without careful advanced planning, the transfer of a family property from one generation to the next almost inevitably leads to problems and conflict for future generations. We help families navigate the conversations that need to be had and decisions that need to be made about whether and how to plan for transferring a shared family property to the next generation. Schedule a free 15 minute consultation to learn what can be done to protect your family property for future generations. #powerofattorney #livingtrust #estateplanningattorney #estateplanningattorneynearme #irrevocabletrust #probatelawyer

🤔 Myth: Estate Planning is only for the wealthy. ✅ Fact: Estate Planning is essential for individuals of all income levels to ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes and to minimise family disputes. #EstatePlanning #Wills #FamilyFirst #PlanAhead

🎸From the King of Rock to everyday homeowners - no one is immune to property scams. Read the last installment of our celebrity estate planning series, “Elvis and the Scammers” (no, it’s not the name of a rock group!) and find out how bad guys tried to steal Graceland, and what you can do to protect yourself. 💪 ⭐Check out our new article now! https://lnkd.in/eEJcnEJJ https://lnkd.in/ejNEhSbU #EstatePlanning #NJLawyer #WillsAndTrusts #Probate #LegacyPlanning #FamilyWealth   #Inheritance #EstatePlan #EstateAttorney #ProtectYourAssets #ElderLaw #Guardianship #LivingWill #EstateTax #HealthcareDirective #PowerOfAttorney #Beneficiary #EstateLaw #BusinessLaw #BusinessFormation #ContractLaw #SmallBusiness #CommercialLaw #EmploymentLaw #BusinessOwner #BusinessContracts #RealEstateLaw #BusinessCompliance #BusinessLitigation #NewJerseyBusiness

Blended families are becoming increasingly common, and without careful estate planning, the estate administration process can become quite messy. My colleague Marya Robben was featured in a recent Wall Street Journal article titled "The Brady Bunch Breaks Down: Estate Fights Tear Stepfamilies Apart." The article emphasizes the critical importance of proactive estate planning to navigate the complexities of modern family dynamics. Marya and our entire Trusts, Estates & Legacy Planning team assist clients with complex estate planning like this every single day. Check out the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Kp0LPM #EstatePlanning #BlendedFamilies #WallStreetJournal

Great article in the Wall Street Journal about blended families and the many pitfalls of estate planning in these cases. Estate planning gets more complicated with a blended family if you want to avoid disputes, broken hearts, and conflicts later on. #estateplanning #estateplanningattorney

Fraud, Family Feuds, and Foreclosure (The Rocky Side of Elvis Presley's Graceland Legacy) https://lnkd.in/g7pdAGJ3 The Graceland foreclosure saga offers valuable lessons for real estate investors about due diligence, legal safeguards, and succession planning. Learn from this high-stakes drama to protect your investments. #Advanced #buyandhold #celebrityestates #culturalsignificance #economicimpact #ElvisPresley #familydisputes #FinancialManagement #foreclosure #fraudulentclaims #Graceland #highprofileinvestments #historicalproperty #inheritance #investmentlessons #landmarkpreservation #legalbattle #legalprotection #Memphis #Memphistourism #propertydisputes. #propertypreservation #publicscrutiny #RileyKeough #successionplanning #Tennessee #Tennesseeeconomy #tourism #trustmanagement #uniqueproperties