Estate Planning Blog

What are the Basics of Trusts?

When you think of a trust, you may have visions of contentious family gatherings in an attorney’s office after the death of a patriarch or matriarch. And sure, why not add sibling rivalries on par with the Roy family of Succession fame to keep things interesting?

07/26/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What Is a Will?

A last will and testament is a legal document you use to communicate how you wish your assets to be distributed when you die.

07/25/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Who Pays Taxes, the Estate or Heirs?

The heirs of an estate can be liable to pay the estate or income taxes (and perhaps other obligations) of the estate.

07/21/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What Happens to Digital Assets on Death?

If you haven’t properly accounted for these things, your heirs may not be able to access these assets when you’re gone.

07/21/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What are the Responsibilities of a Probate Judge?

A probate judge is an official of the county court system and a judicial official of the state who decides civil court cases that involve the probate process. Probate is the process of proving wills for those who have died with one (testate cases).

07/21/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What are the Benefits of Making a Living Trust?

There are some significant benefits of creating a living trust.

07/21/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What Is Best Method to Set Up Digital Estate Plan?

Your digital life includes dozens of usernames and passwords. Providing a digital estate plan can help your family deal with your accounts with minimal fuss.

07/21/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Estate Planning for Today’s Modern Blended Family

The modern blended family has far more needs when it comes to estate planning than a traditional family. Here are some challenges, tips and solutions.

07/15/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

How Can I Leave Property to a Minor?

You cannot name a legal minor as a beneficiary. This applies to almost all legal documents, most notably wills and life insurance policies.

07/14/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What is a Pour-Over Will?

This type of will can ensure that your assets go where you want them to. However, there are many misconceptions about them.

07/13/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

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