by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Apr 13, 2026 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, Wills & Trusts
Spring often prompts reflection on what you have built: your home, business, retirement accounts, life insurance, and investments. Seeing your progress is rewarding. Your efforts have produced real results. Consider this: When was the last time your legal protections...
by Carrie Rauwolf | Mar 19, 2026 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Education, End-of-Life wishes, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
Question 1: If the property is currently in my spouse’s name, can I legally force my spouse to add my name to the deed? Generally speaking, you cannot legally force your spouse to add your name to a deed unless there is an enforceable legal agreement, such as a...
by Carrie Rauwolf | Mar 19, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Personal Development, Wills & Trusts
Myth 1: If both spouses’ names are on the deed to their home, the house will automatically avoid probate when the first spouse passes away. Many people may assume that if both spouses are listed on the deed, their home will automatically pass to the surviving spouse...
by Carrie Rauwolf | Mar 19, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Personal Development, Wills & Trusts
You have probably heard of the gender pay gap. But there is also another common disparity: the estate planning gender gap. Although the two are interrelated to some extent—earning less than men puts women on an unequal path to investment and retirement savings, and...
by Carrie Rauwolf | Mar 10, 2026 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Education, End-of-Life wishes, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
A difficult health diagnosis can be emotionally and logistically overwhelming. While your health should remain your top priority, taking time to ensure that your legal and financial affairs are organized can reduce stress, prevent avoidable complications, and give...
by Carrie Rauwolf | Mar 10, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Personal Development, Wills & Trusts
Receiving news that you need major surgery is never easy. Preparing for work absences, planning for childcare and household responsibilities, and understanding the procedure itself and your recovery timeline may be among the things you are worried about. If you have...