Gig Harbor Estate Planning And Probate Law Blog

Starting a business is the American dream. As your own boss, you get to call all the shots. Not to mention the fact that you have more control of your personal growth, professional growth and income. It's critical to take these five steps when starting your first...

The creation of a trust is usually the first step toward structuring your legacy or protecting your loved ones from estate taxes after you die. A trust can offer tax benefits, as well as more control over how people in your family use the assets that you leave for...

You always hoped you could be a "good" neighbor and get along with the people who lived near you. For a while, it worked. You loved your neighborhood and you seemed to click with everyone. It made your life fairly stress-free, which you enjoyed. Then a family next...

Business owners in Washington have a lot to think about as they run their companies. When the business is dependent on the owner to make daily decisions, it can be difficult to think about what will happen if that owner passes away. Without having a proper plan in...

Caring for a special needs child is challenging for all parents. Unfortunately, this sometimes means that the parents will divorce. As difficult as ending a marriage is in even the best of circumstances, it is even worse when the parents have a child who has complex...

You're a busy individual who depends upon your real estate agent to sell your home. But lately you've begun to believe that your agent isn't making selling your home a priority. In fact, you think the agent may even be in breach of the contract for services that you...

Adults should ensure they have a valid estate plan that accurately reflects their wishes. This plan must be handled in a way that complies with applicable laws so that it is fully enforceable when the time comes for your loved ones to use it. There are several...

One mistake that many people make is failing to update their estate plan. This isn't something that you can create once and then forget about forever. Instead, you need to look at the plan periodically so that you can assure it still represents your wishes. There are...

The business structure you choose for your company has a big impact on many things, including your personal life. Here are a few of your options to consider. Sole proprietorship No special paperwork is necessary to establish this structure. There's only one owner and...

Purchasing a home is a big step for anyone. Making sure that you've taken the steps necessary to get everything in order is important. You don't need to rush the process or you might make mistakes. For many adults, buying a home is the biggest purchase they will ever...