Estate Planning: Fiduciary Roles Explained
At its best, estate planning addresses goals related to both our own well-being as we age, and the designation of assets–be they modest or many–for beneficiaries. The ultimate success of estate plans rests with the…
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COVID’s Impact on Estate Planning?
Even after living through the pandemic, it’s estimated that over two thirds of Americans still have no estate plan, which ultimately leaves loved ones with hard things to do and decide. Even if our means…
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Summary Administration Explained
Following the death of a loved one, the debts of the deceased are sorted out in probate court, which then directs the distribution of assets according to the will, or absent a will, the laws…
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Things Are Always Changing…
If you have made an estate plan—good for you! Too many have not. However, you do need to review it every few years–and sooner if there are life changes–or a change in asset status. As…
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550 Winning Projects
The Department of Transportation continues to award road building and other infrastructure projects under the Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) initiative: a recent cycle of grants means a total of 550 builds are now in action,…
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Unexpected Challenges?
Every contractor can probably point to at least one job during which even an estimate done with great diligence did not sync with emerging customer expectations. Insights from these experiences pave the way to success–if…
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Building A New Silicon Heartland: Indiana
Sparked by the $52 billion allocated by the CHIPS Act in 2022, spending in manufacturing has continued to be strong. Joining projects underway across the country is construction of a nearly $4 billion microchip facility…
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Estate Planning and AI?
Can you use AI for estate planning? Sure. Is it a good idea to rely on AI for estate planning? Most likely not. Solid estate planning requires understanding nuances and tailoring tools, like trust agreements…
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Reforming Wills and Trusts?
Yes, courts can make changes to a will or trust. However, typically, they are hesitant to do so, in an effort to maintain the integrity of the intentions reflected in them. Nonetheless, reformation can be…
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