Estate Planning
Almost 1 in 4 Caregivers are Millennials
New research shows that almost 25 percent of caregivers are Millennials. The research came from a joint study between the National Alliance for…
Free Gun Trust Seminar on April 4th in Chapel Hill
TrustCounsel’s president Greg Herman-Giddens leads a free seminar Gun Trusts and How They are Affected by ATF 41F in Chapel Hill on April 4,…
5 Concerns When Gifting a Down Payment on a Home
Parents, grandparents, or other family members might want to gift money to children to be used toward a down payment on a…
3 Estate Planning Items to Consider When Selling a Business
North Carolina consistently appears at the top of national polls as a great place to live and work. A growing population,…
7 Power of Attorney Conflicts
Powers of attorney generally help to expedite decision-making regarding financial and health matters. Individuals (principals) utilize a power of attorney to grant…
August is National Make-a-Will Month
An increasing number of Americans fail to plan appropriately for the future needs of themselves and their families, both through inadequate retirement…
3 Things to Consider When Creating a Pet Trust in North Carolina
North Carolina pet trustsAmericans love their pets and often feel connected to their animals as part of a family unit. The American…
Covering Retirement v. Leaving Inheritance
Expenses in senior years continue to be a concern for many Americans. As multiple studies show, most individuals do not maintain adequate…
Avoid a Will Dispute
contest a willAn individual’s last will and testament might clearly reflect one’s wishes, but it does not prevent an estate dispute. Successfully…
3 Reasons to Choose a Non-Family Trustee
Creating a trust generally involves the intention of preserving assets for loved ones. Benefiting from a trust’s preservation might not be possible…
