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The Hidden Superpowers of Revocable Living Trusts: Why a Simple Will Isn't Always Enough
When most people think about estate planning, they envision sitting down with an attorney to draft a will. While wills are certainly...
Kayla Graben
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Understanding Life Estate Deeds: A Simple Guide
Are you an Alabama homeowner concerned about what happens to your property after you pass away? A Life Estate Deed might be the simple...
Kayla Graben
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Health Care Power of Attorney: Your Voice When You Cannot Speak
None of us likes to imagine being unable to make our own medical decisions. Yet accidents, sudden illnesses, and cognitive decline can...
Kayla Graben
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5 Common Estate Planning Myths That Could Cost You Everything
Estate planning is one of those topics most people prefer to avoid thinking about. Unfortunately, this avoidance often leads to...
Kayla Graben
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Choosing Your Power of Attorney: One of Life's Most Important Decisions
Planning for your future isn't just about distributing assets—it's about ensuring your wishes are honored when you may not be able to...
Kayla Graben
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Avoiding Common Mistakes: A Guide for Alabama Executors During Probate
Serving as the executor of an estate in Alabama is an important responsibility—and one that can feel overwhelming if you’re unfamiliar...
Kayla Graben
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Understanding the Duties of a Financial Power of Attorney: A Bayside Law Guide
At Bayside Law, we often find that clients understand the general concept of a Financial Power of Attorney (POA), but many aren't clear...
Kayla Graben
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Estate Planning for Blended Families: Why It Can't Wait
At Bayside Law, we've witnessed firsthand how blended families face unique estate planning challenges that traditional families often...
Kayla Graben
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When Probate Gets Complicated in Alabama: Contested Wills, Missing Heirs, and Other Legal Headaches
As an estate planning attorney here in Alabama, I’ve seen firsthand how the probate process can become unexpectedly complicated. While...
Kayla Graben
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The Staggering Cost of Will Contests in Alabama: Protecting Your Estate and Family
When an Alabama will is contested during probate, the financial consequences can devastate even substantial estates. Based on our...
Kayla Graben
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Understanding the Role of a Successor Trustee: Key Responsibilities and Duties
When someone creates a trust as part of their estate plan, they must name a successor trustee—the person who will step in to manage the...
Kayla Graben
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The Hidden Costs of Probate: Why Planning to Avoid It Now Saves Your Family Thousands Later
When clients first walk through the doors of Bayside Law, many are surprised to discover just how financially devastating the probate...
Kayla Graben
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Living Trusts: The Complete Guide to Bypassing Probate While Maintaining Control of Your Assets
When it comes to estate planning, many people focus solely on creating a will, unaware that their loved ones may still face the lengthy...
Kayla Graben
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Making Sense of Estate Tax Returns: The Simple Version
When someone passes away, their money, home, and belongings might need something called an "estate tax return." Think of this like a...
Kayla Graben
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Why Young Adults Need Estate Planning: A Guide for New Chapters
As your child (or grandchild!) prepares to leave the nest for college or their first apartment, you've probably checked off items like...
Kayla Graben
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Estate Planning 101: Why "Do-It-Yourself" Just Doesn't Cut It
When we think about the future, we often focus on fun things like vacations or retirement. But there's another important plan we need to...
Kayla Graben
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The Benefits of Establishing a Revocable Living Trust for Avoiding Probate
One of the main advantages of a revocable living trust is its ability to help your estate avoid probate—the often lengthy and public...
Kayla Graben
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What Can-and Cannot-be included in a Prenuptial Agreement
A prenuptial agreement can be a great way to set financial expectations and protect assets before marriage—but it has limits. Here's what...
Kayla Graben
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The Importance of Designating Beneficiaries in Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
When it comes to estate planning, many people focus primarily on creating wills and trusts, but often overlook one critical detail:...
Kayla Graben
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Is a Prenuptial Agreement Right for You? Exploring the Purpose and Benefits
Prenuptial agreements may not sound romantic, but they are one of the smartest financial planning tools couples can use. A prenup is not...
Kayla Graben
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