Estate Planning

How excited do you, or your friends, get when talking about home improvement projects, a new haircut, outfit, vacation, etc.?  Many people will post photographs on social media to show off what they have accomplished.  Why do we not see that when someone has done estate plans?  “I’m so happy to have completed this! –…

When we are younger and creating estate plans, there are generally considerations for children’s trusts and guardians.  Parents or siblings are appointed as personal representatives or agents.  But–what happens when a sibling who was appointed as the guardian of your children moves across the country?  What if a parent passes away and you do not…

An advertisement for a “Free Estate Planning App” recently came across one of my social media platforms.  I was intrigued.  There are many popular websites where individuals can go to create their own legal documents, but nothing so easy as a free downloadable app. Of course I went for it.  Why not, it was free! …

For us at Schluesche Fields S.C. it is just as important to make sure our client’s intentions are clear during their lifetime as after. So many of us put off planning for the future because it means “the end”. If only I had a dollar for every client that did not want to prepare an…

Americans of All Ages Need Estate Plans During COVID 19 Pandemic There has been an explosion in the numbers of Americans rushing to make their estate plans online. Understandably, the coronavirus pandemic has created the scramble to set up wills and powers of attorney. However, online “DIY” estate plans are often deemed invalid as they…

Estate planning is important for people of all ages, but as we age, the need for planning becomes even more critical. Many people avoid estate planning, because they do not want to think about the end of life, failing health or disability. Others believe that an estate plan is only for rich people. However, an…