Parents of children with autism and other special needs face unique challenges when it comes to estate planning. In this post, we break down the essential legal tools—like special needs trusts, guardianship in Idaho, and letters of intent—that can help you plan with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
Same-sex couples in Idaho face unique estate planning considerations, from parental rights to healthcare directives. This guide outlines key steps to safeguard your family, protect your assets, and ensure your wishes are honored.
Blended families in Idaho face unique challenges in estate planning. From balancing the needs of a current spouse with children from prior relationships to navigating community property laws, careful planning is essential. Discover strategies to ensure fairness, clarity, and peace of mind for your family.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a groundbreaking final rule banning noncompete agreements across the United States. This new regulation is set to reshape the business landscape, with significant implications for employers. As a business owner,...
Explore how Idaho’s Senate Bill 1349 affects estate planning. Learn about changes to guardianship and conservatorship laws and why it’s crucial to update your estate plan now to ensure your wishes are protected under the new legislation.
Navigate the complexities of estate planning amid divorce in Idaho with expert guidance. Discover how to safeguard your legacy and ensure assets are distributed according to your wishes, especially in blended family situations. Learn about Idaho’s estate laws, the risks of inadequate planning, and essential steps to protect your family’s future. Read now for crucial insights on creating a secure estate plan during divorce.
Navigate the new Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requirements with Madsen Beck’s expert guidance. Learn about mandatory registration, beneficial owner disclosures, and compliance strategies for U.S. businesses under the CTA. Avoid penalties and ensure your corporation, LLC, or non-profit meets FinCEN’s strict reporting standards. Contact Madsen Beck for efficient CTA compliance solutions.
In completing your estate planning, there are often tough choices that need to be made. These important decisions include determining who you want to make decisions on your behalf if you are not available to do so because of unavailability, incapacity or death. The most common types of representatives include a personal representative/executor, trustee, power of attorney and guardian. Each of these representatives include different goals and considerations. Let us assist you in choosing the best personal representative, power of attorney, guardian or trustee for you and your family.
If you are dealing with a simple estate and deciding whether a probate is necessary, a summary administration of the estate may be an option to avoid a lengthy probate. Idaho law allows for a simple alternative to probate if you are the surviving spouse of the...
In our third article of our Probate Basics series, we’re providing an overview of ancillary probates.