by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Nov 10, 2025 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Education, End-of-Life wishes, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
In 2025, what is the total amount of money and property that a person can gift during their lifetime and leave at their death (other than to their spouse) without owing any federal estate tax? $5 million $15 million $13.99 million as much as you want The correct...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Nov 9, 2025 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Personal Development, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
Creating an estate plan is typically a private matter, not something you share in detail with everyone in your life. After all, what you choose to do with your money and property is your business. Your partner might know what is in your plan, especially if you created...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Nov 9, 2025 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Personal Development, Power of Attorney, Probate, Wills & Trusts
In 2025, what is the total amount of money and property you can gift during your lifetime and leave at your death to your loved ones (other than to your spouse) without owing federal estate tax? $5 million $15 million $13.99 million as much as you want The correct...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Oct 1, 2025 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
If your client has been named the person responsible for settling a deceased loved one’s affairs, commonly called an executor or personal representative (if your loved one had no estate plan or had a will) or a successor trustee (if they had a trust), you may find...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Oct 1, 2025 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, News, Pet Trusts, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
Estate planning often feels complex, leading many people to rely on assumptions that can have devastating consequences for their loved ones and their legacy. From who can make decisions for you to whether you need an estate plan, common myths can stand between you and...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Oct 1, 2025 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
Yes, everyone needs a will, a trust, or both. These important tools ensure that your legacy will be carried out according to your wishes and allow you to provide for loved ones after your passing. A properly prepared trust can also help avoid probate, which is a...
