Your Estate Plan May Still Need a Trust

For most of us regular people (the non-multimillionaires), the new estate tax laws won’t change a thing, since estate taxes were never a concern in the first place.

10/06/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Your Estate Plan Needs a Regular Check-Up

When did you last review your will? Before children? Before a big move?

10/03/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

New Tax Law Affect Seniors’ Healthcare and Finances

July’s Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces tax changes that could influence how older adults manage their budgets and coverage decisions.

10/01/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Learn From Aretha Franklin's Estate Planning Mistake

Aretha Franklin’s passing revealed one serious flaw in her estate plan; her family couldn’t immediately find the most up to date will.

09/29/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

How Can I Protect My Child’s Inheritance in a Second Marriage?

The portion the surviving spouse can claim depends on the circumstances.

09/26/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

How to Ensure That Your Inheritance Lasts

An inheritance can create security—or disappear quickly without a sound financial plan.

09/02/25 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Plan Your Estate in Mind for the Surviving Spouse

Estate planning should not end with a will—it should account for how your spouse will be protected, supported and guided after you're gone.

08/22/25 • 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.