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20 August

How to Handle Inherited Real Estate with a Mortgage

Estate Planning, August 20, 2025

  Inheriting real estate can feel overwhelming—especially if the property has an existing mortgage. The good news is that the rules around this are pretty straightforward. Here’s what you need.

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17 August

Tax Implications of Moving Property into a Trust | Rich Life Letter #113

Estate Planning, Newsletters, August 17, 2025

Happy Sunday! We recently had a client that moved a property into a revocable living trust. When the next property tax mailer went out, included was a notice that they.

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14 August

5 Reasons You Might Choose a Big Law Firm Over a Niche Estate Planning Firm

Estate Planning, August 14, 2025

Most families don’t need a giant law firm for their estate planning. In fact, for the vast majority of people, a specialized, boutique firm like ours is often the best.

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13 August

Understanding Support and Maintenance in a Trust

Estate Planning, August 13, 2025

When planning your estate, terms like support and maintenance can sound complicated, but they’re actually pretty straightforward once you break them down. Whether it’s a revocable living trust or an.

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12 August

5 Essential Things to Do Before You Die

Estate Planning, August 12, 2025

Estate planning isn’t just about money — it’s about protecting your family, avoiding unnecessary complications, and making sure your wishes are followed. Too many people put this off, but taking.

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10 August

Support and Maintenance in a Revocable Trust… | Rich Life Letter #112

Estate Planning, Newsletters, August 10, 2025

Happy Sunday! I’m sitting in the Wichita airport waiting to board my flight back to Seattle (went back to Kansas to visit some friends) and thought I’d take this downtime.

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7 August

Don’t Give Your House to Your Kids — Do This Instead

Estate Planning, August 7, 2025

Passing your home directly to your children before you die might seem generous, but in reality, it can create a lot of problems. From tax issues to legal complications, giving.

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6 August

4 Irrational but Powerful Reasons to Do Your Estate Plan

Estate Planning, August 6, 2025

Estate planning is often framed as a practical, responsible step — and it absolutely is. But beyond the logical benefits, there are some surprisingly irrational reasons why completing your estate.

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5 August

How to Give Your House to Your Kids While You Keep Living in It

Estate Planning, August 5, 2025

 Giving your home to your children while still living in it may sound complicated, but with the right strategy, it can provide significant tax benefits for everyone involved. I’m.

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31 July

What the New Tax Bill Means for Your Estate Planning

Estate Planning, July 31, 2025

The recent tax bill brings some significant updates that every estate planner—and anyone thinking about legacy—should understand. Here are the two most important changes that will affect your estate planning.

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