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Estate Planning · August 4, 2026
Why 'Eventually' Is the Most Expensive Estate Plan You'll Ever Make
Putting off your estate plan leaves key decisions to state law and a court. Learn what waiting can cost and how to start a practical plan.
July 27, 2026
The Family Cabin Is Not an Estate Plan
A practical family cabin plan covers ownership, costs, scheduling, repairs, buyouts, and exits—protecting the property and sibling relationships.
July 20, 2026
If Your Business Partner Dies, Who Owns Their Half?
If a business partner dies, their share may pass to family or an estate. Learn how a buy-sell agreement protects the company and both owners’ families.
June 20, 2026
The Estate Tax Exemption Went Up in 2026. Probate Did Not Disappear.
The 2026 estate tax exemption increased, but probate is still a risk. Learn what Utah families should do now.
May 18, 2026
Why You Might Want an Attorney to Serve as Your Company's Registered Agent
An attorney serving as registered agent can be more than an address for service of process. Learn the privacy and risk-management benefits for business owners.
May 4, 2026
The Loan You Never Documented Can Become an Estate Fight
Undocumented family loans often turn into estate fights. Learn how promissory notes, trusts, and records can protect your family.
April 28, 2026
What Happens When You Use AI to Plan Your Estate — And Why It Matters Who You Talk To
AI tools are great for learning about estate planning, but they can't replace an attorney. Here's what AI can and can't do, and why it matters for your family.
April 21, 2026
What the Michael Jackson Estate Fight Teaches About Keeping Your Family Out of Court
The renewed Michael Jackson estate dispute is a reminder that money alone does not prevent conflict. Clear documents, the right people, and regular updates do.
April 14, 2026
Your Trust Isn’t Finished. It’s Barely Started.
Signing your trust is step one. Moving your assets in is what makes it work. Here’s what goes in, what stays out, and why most trusts quietly stop working.
April 7, 2026
What Utah Startup Founders Need to Know About QSBS Before Their Next Funding Round
QSBS can eliminate up to $10M in capital gains, but only if you act before your next funding round closes. Learn what founders need to know.
March 26, 2026
The Invisible Bridge: Why a Trust Is the Smartest Move Most Property Owners Ignore
Most property owners skip the trust. Here's why that's a mistake — and how a revocable living trust protects your family without losing control of anything.
March 4, 2026
Your Will Doesn’t Control Your 401(k) — Here’s What Does
Your will doesn't control your 401(k) or IRA. Those go to whoever's named on the beneficiary form — regardless of what your will says. Here's what to do.
February 27, 2026
Do I Need a Trust or Just a Will in Utah?
Learn the difference between a trust and a will in Utah. Which one your family actually needs, what each one costs, and when a will alone is enough.
February 20, 2026
5 Things Every Utah Business Owner’s Operating Agreement Should Include
Most Utah LLCs use a generic operating agreement that leaves real gaps. Here are 5 provisions your agreement needs to protect your business and your partners.
February 11, 2026
The Estate Planning Game: Which Level Is Your Family On?
Most families are stuck on Level 1 without knowing it. Here's a simple breakdown of where your estate plan stands — and what it takes to level up.
February 9, 2026
Utah’s New Advance Healthcare Directive: What Changed and What You Need to Know
Utah updated its healthcare directive law. If yours was signed before the change, it may not hold up when your family needs it. Here's what changed.
January 29, 2026
The Essential Estate Planning Checklist: 5 Documents Every Family Needs
Most families are missing at least one of these five documents. A Utah estate planning attorney walks through what they are and why each one matters.
January 19, 2026
Is Your Business Structure Still Working for You?
Your LLC or corporation made sense when you started. But as your business grows, the structure you chose might be costing you money or creating risk.
January 5, 2026
Understanding Probate: What You Can Do to Avoid It
A plain-English guide to probate — what it is, when it's required, how long it takes, and how a trust can help your family skip it entirely.
December 22, 2025
Planning for Your Digital Assets: An Essential Part of Modern Estate Planning
Your passwords, crypto, social accounts, and digital files have real value. Here's how to make sure they're part of your estate plan — not lost forever.
December 8, 2025
Starting an LLC in Utah or Arizona: A Step-by-Step Guide
Thinking about forming an LLC in Utah or Arizona? Here's a plain-English walkthrough of every step — from choosing a name to getting your EIN.
November 24, 2025
How and Why to Appoint “Backup Parents” in Your Will
If both parents are gone, who raises your kids? A Utah estate attorney explains how to name guardians in your will — and what happens if you don't.
November 10, 2025
Estate Planning in Your 20s and 30s
Estate planning isn't just for retirees. If you have a kid, own a home, or just want things handled — here's why your 20s and 30s are the right time to start.
October 27, 2025
The Importance of Organization: Keeping Your Family Prepared
When something happens, your family shouldn't have to search for answers. Here's why getting organized now is one of the most loving things you can do.
October 13, 2025
Navigating Business Structures: Finding the Right Fit for Your Business
LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp — each one has different tax and liability implications. Here's how to figure out which business structure actually fits your situation.
October 7, 2025
How Estate Planning Completes the 7 Jobs for Money
Most financial plans skip one of the 7 jobs money should do. Here's how estate planning completes the picture and protects everything you've built.