November is National Family Caregivers Month—a reminder to honor those who dedicate themselves to helping others. Learn how powers of attorney, guardianship, and other legal tools can protect caregivers and their loved ones alike.
Family businesses are the backbone of Idaho’s economy—whether it’s a farm that has been in the family for generations, a small-town restaurant, or a growing construction company. Yet many families put off one of the most critical aspects of long-term success: creating a succession plan. Without one, even the strongest businesses can face...
How marriage, divorce, and changing life circumstances can affect real estate in your estate plan. Why Real Estate Matters in Estate Planning For many people, a home is the most valuable asset they own—and often the most complicated to plan for. Whether it’s your primary residence in Idaho, a vacation property in another state, or a rental that...
A new task force is exploring long-overdue changes to Idaho’s child custody laws. Here’s how it could impact families—and why planning ahead still matters. Idaho families come in all shapes and sizes—but for years, the state’s child custody laws have been slow to catch up. That may be changing. This summer, the Idaho Legislature formed a...
Understanding how Idaho law treats biological, adoptive, and non-biological parents when no plan is in place It’s a hard question to ask, but one every parent needs to answer: If something happened to you tomorrow, who would care for your children? Many families assume the answer is obvious—a partner, a grandparent, or a close friend will step...
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.
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.
Do you know what a probate is and when it would come into play? This article sheds light on the subject and helps remove any misunderstandings.