Wills & Trusts

Don’t Let the State Decide for You

If you do not have at least a basic estate plan in place, that’s exactly what will happen when you pass. Prevent this by creating a will or a trust.

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LAST WILL & TESTAMENT

Ensure Your Wishes
are Honored.

Avoid Intestate
Succession

Without a will in place, state laws decide who inherits your assets — and it may not be the people that you intend. Creating a simple estate plan ensures your wishes are honored and spares your loved ones from legal confusion or conflict.

Decide Who
& How Much

Drafting a will not only enables you to choose who receives what, but also the amount that goes to each beneficiary. Without your input, these things are determined by state law, which allows no flexibility for your unique situation

Protect Family
Heirlooms

Heirlooms and other items with sentimental value often cause the biggest conflicts. With a will, you can clearly designate who should receive meaningful heirlooms so they stay in the family and continue to be cherished for generations.

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REVOCABLE & IRREVOCABLE TRUSTS

Help Your Loved Ones
Avoid More Hardship.

Skip Out
on Probate

Probate is a costly public process that can take months — or even years. Trusts let your assets bypass probate entirely so loved ones can access what you’ve left them faster, with less stress and more privacy during an already emotional time.

Stop Unnecessary
Taxation

Certain types of trusts are designed to help reduce — or even eliminate — estate taxes, which enables your family to keep more of your hard-earned assets. It’s a smart, proactive way to protect your wealth from avoidable losses.

Build in Clear
Financial Rules

Trusts let you set specific guidelines for how and when your money can be accessed — such as to support a child’s education or after an adult child marries. It’s a powerful way to pass on not just resources, but wisdom and stewardship too.

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Can I Just Grab a Will or Trust Off the Internet?

Yes, but know that you’re doing so at your own risk. Here are just a few common problems with online DIY documents:

  • Inaccurate or Outdated. They may miss state-specific rules or use older language that doesn’t match current laws.
  • Not Personalized. They can’t handle complex family dynamics or unique assets.


  • No Tax Planning. They often overlook taxes, burdening your heirs.


Want additional information?

Protect Loved Ones After You’re Gone – Create a Basic Estate Plan

Step 1

Schedule a Free Consultation

Reach out and set up a time for us to talk with each other. We won’t know if it feels like a fit until we get to talk.

Step 2

Collaborate on an Estate Plan

Our team learns about you and your unique needs so we can work with each other to help you design your ideal plan.

Step 3

You Are Set Up for the Future​

We’re committed to making sure you understand and feel confident in whatever plans we help you to create.