Everyone dies eventually. Some people pass on without having a plan in place. Estate planning is an adult responsibility that many people find unpleasant. They do not like contemplating their own mortality or the risk to their loved ones should anything happen to...
The Quad Cities Community Foundation issued a Q & A with Member/Partner Cristy Tackett-Hunt regarding the importance of planning your Estate before a crisis hits. Please click HERE for the full article.
On Thursday, June 5, 2020 from 7:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m., Member/Partner Cristy Tackett-Hunt will be teaming up with the Quad Cities Community Foundation to present a free, virtual estate planning seminar via Zoom. Attendees will be able to interact with the presenters...
Of all of the available options in estate planning, trusts are one of the most vexing components for many people. So, what can a trust do? Well, for starters, it is important to clarify your own goals, then decide how to structure the trust to achieve those goals. For...
Our readers may have seen a recent post here that discussed the wide variety of options that Iowa residents may consider when it comes to putting together a comprehensive estate plan. No two plans are the same, as each will vary depending on the financial and family...
If Quad Cities residents get overwhelmed at the thought of estate planning, that is completely understandable. After all, there is a wide range of potential options when it comes to estate planning -- no two plans are the same. However, there are some common estate...
Many of our readers in the Quad Cities who are familiar with previous posts here know how important it is to have a comprehensive estate plan. No matter their financial or family situation, almost anyone can benefit from having a plan in place for the distribution of...
The estate planning process can seem like a mystery to many Quad Cities residents who are just getting started, but there are some crucial tips to keep in mind that can make the process less challenging. A recent news article discussed some of the tips and our readers...
When Iowa residents start to think about getting an estate plan together, they oftentimes do not know where to start. Many people feel overwhelmed with the vast array of options that could constitute a comprehensive estate plan. However, when people approach estate...
Having a valid will is key to ensuring the estate planner has an effective estate plan they can count on to ensure their wishes are fulfilled. As a result, it is important for estate planners to know what is required for a will to be valid which can vary by state so...
