Estate Planning Blog

Why Is it Important to Have an Estate Plan?

Whatever stage of adult life you’re at—no matter your net worth—you need a will.

09/15/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

British Rock Legend's Carefully Planned Wealth Leaves No One Out

Ozzy Osbourne’s thoughtful estate planning shows how advance preparation can preserve family unity, protect wealth, and ensure wishes are honored even in the public eye.

09/12/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Estate Planning Still Matters—Here’s Why

The new omnibus budget bill sets the federal estate-tax exemption at $15 million for the next year and provides for the threshold to remain permanently high—but that does not take estate planning off your to-do list.

08/21/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Can You Prevent a Will from Being Contested?

How can I organize my estate so there is little or no potential for my will to be contested?

08/15/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Why Your Estate Plan Needs Your Cooperation to Succeed

Creating a Revocable Living Trust involves two essential phases: drafting the legal document and ‘funding’ the Trust by retitling assets.

08/11/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

5 Reasons to Avoid Probate Court

Probate can tie up assets, create delays and drain estate value—many families benefit from planning around it.

08/08/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Is My Will Valid If I Move to Another State?

Wills don’t automatically become invalid when you move. However, state laws can affect how they’re interpreted or enforced.

08/04/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What Happens When You Inherit a House with a Mortgage?

Inheriting a home with an outstanding mortgage adds financial and legal responsibilities that heirs must address quickly and carefully.

08/01/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

A Checklist for Your Estate Plan

It's never too early to review an estate planning checklist.

07/16/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Top Digital Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid

The rise of digital platforms, online accounts, and cryptocurrency has reshaped the role of digital assets in modern estate planning.

06/25/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

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