Today we are sharing a post from The Voice, the email newsletter of The Special Needs Alliance. This installment was written by Special Needs Alliance member, Lee M. Holmes, of Holmes, Holmes and Neisent, PLLC in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The law firm’s practice focuses on planning for persons with disabilities, estate planning, Medicaid and elder […]
It is a common misconception that financial management and estate planning are useful for only the wealthy. But estate planning is not just for the wealthy. Regardless of how much you have in the bank, you and your family can benefit from planning ahead for the future. If you fail to do so, you could […]
If you think you only need to create Discretionary Lifetime Trusts for young, troubled, or financially inexperienced beneficiaries, then think again. In this age of frivolous lawsuits and high divorce rates, discretionary lifetime trusts should be considered for all your beneficiaries, minors and adults alike. What Is a Discretionary Lifetime Trust? A Discretionary Lifetime Trust […]
Leaving your hard-earned assets outright to your children, grandchildren, or other beneficiaries after you die may seem like the easiest and most desired form of distribution. Unfortunately such a scheme will make their inheritance easy prey for creditors, predators, and divorcing spouses. Instead, consider using discretionary trusts for the benefit of each of your beneficiaries. […]
