10/13/2026
🎃 You can feel spooky season in the air… and we’re bringing back some real estate planning horror stories!
From costly mistakes and complicated trust administrations to probate disputes, we’re sharing more than 20 real-life examples of what can happen when estate planning goes wrong, or never happens at all.
These aren’t made-up Halloween tales. They’re based on real circumstances documented in court filings, many of which are available to the public.
Follow along as we break down these estate planning horror stories, explain what went wrong, and share lessons you can learn from them.
Because some of the scariest situations are the ones that could have been prevented with proper planning.
Disclaimer: The stories shared in this series are based on real-life circumstances and publicly available court filings. Names and identifying details have been omitted to protect the privacy of the individuals involved. This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. Every situation is different, and the outcome of any legal matter depends on its specific facts and circumstances.