Keane Thomas & Pinnacoli

05/27/2025

Estate planning in blended families comes with unique challenges. When stepchildren, stepparents and biological children are all involved, assumptions and emotions can complicate even the most well-intentioned plans. Conflicts over assets, inheritances and decision-making are more likely without a clear and legally enforceable estate plan.

Estate planning in blended families is challenging. While no estate plan can eliminate all tension, planning proactively can avoid disputes.

05/25/2025

Complications can arise in an estate plan when a named beneficiary dies before receiving their inheritance.

04/30/2025

If you receive a phone call or an email from someone claiming to be from the Social Security Administration, feel free to be rude and hang up

04/29/2025

Grandparents can balance generosity with financial security by understanding potential pitfalls and adopting thoughtful strategies

04/03/2025

Families must address the personal belongings left behind, and deciding what to keep, donate, or discard can be emotionally challenging.

03/31/2025

managing an inherited property can be complicated, involving legal procedures, financial obligations and potential family conflicts.

managing an inherited property can be complicated, involving legal procedures, financial obligations and potential family conflicts

03/26/2025

While some assets may seem valuable or sentimental. However, they can become burdens rather than blessings

03/16/2025

An invalid will was filed and accepted by the probate court and It took nearly five months for a judge to throw out the invalid will.

03/13/2025

Estate planning for a child battling addiction is not just about leaving them an inheritance it's about ensuring that the inheritance supports their recovery and future well-being.

Estate planning for a child battling addiction is not just about leaving them an inheritance it's about ensuring that the inheritance supports their recovery and future well-being.

03/07/2025

If your family doesn’t talk about your estate plan, your heirs aren’t likely to know what to do if you become incapacitated or when you die.

03/06/2025

While you are likely to see a video will in your favorite movie, the real life requirements to create a valid will are vastly different.

02/27/2025

When they learn Roths deliver tax-free income, many people rush to convert money from traditional retirement accounts to Roth accounts