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Charitable Giving During the Holidays: How to Include It in Your Estate Plan

The holiday season is a time of gratitude, reflection, and generosity. Here’s how to incorporate charitable giving into your estate plan, with a special focus on donor-advised funds and charitable trusts.

11/28/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

Blended Families at the Holidays: What They Reveal About Your Estate Plan

Blended families are rich with love, growth, and evolving relationships. If your family has changed through remarriage, stepchildren, or shifting relationships, now is the perfect time to review your documents and ensure your wishes will be honored.

11/27/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

Why Thanksgiving Is the Best Time to Review Your Family’s Estate Plan

Estate planning isn’t just about documents; it’s about love, clarity, and protecting the people who sit around your Thanksgiving table. Whether your plan needs a few small updates or a complete refresh, taking a moment during the holiday season to review it ensures your family’s future is secure.

11/20/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

How to Talk to Your Kids About Your Estate Plan—Even If They Don’t Want to Hear It

Estate planning is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family—but talking about it? That’s often the hardest part. Many parents want to communicate their wishes, but children may avoid the topic because it feels uncomfortable, emotional, or “too far away to think about.” The truth is, family clarity today prevents family conflict tomorrow.

11/14/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

Spotting Signs Your Loved Ones May Need Support With Finances or Legal Planning

The holidays bring families together in a way that everyday life rarely allows. When you gather under one roof, it can sometimes reveal subtle changes that might go unnoticed during phone calls or quick visits. For many families, these moments become the first signs that an aging parent or loved one may need help managing their finances or getting their legal affairs in order. Here are key signs to watch for and what to do if you notice them.

11/12/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

How to Choose the Right Trustee for Your Family Trust

Creating a trust is one of the best ways to protect your family and ensure your wishes are carried out—but even the most carefully drafted trust can fall apart if the wrong person is in charge. That’s why choosing your trustee is just as important as deciding who gets what. The trustee is the person (or institution) responsible for managing your trust’s assets, following your instructions, and acting in the best interests of your beneficiaries.

11/06/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

Choosing the Right Age for Children to Receive Distributions from a Trust

Creating a trust for your children is one of the most thoughtful steps you can take to protect their financial future. But one of the most common—and most difficult—questions parents face when setting up a trust is: “At what age should my children receive their inheritance?”

11/05/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

The Different Types of Deeds to Use in Florida Estate Planning

When planning your estate in Florida, one of the most important questions to consider is: How should your real estate be titled or transferred? The type of deed you choose can make a big difference in how smoothly your property passes to your loved ones—and whether it avoids probate altogether.

10/30/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

Estate Planning for Snowbirds: Which State Should You Choose?

If you split your time between Florida and another state, you’re not alone—Florida is home to thousands of “snowbirds” who enjoy warm winters in the Sunshine State and cooler summers up north. But while this lifestyle offers the best of both worlds, it can also complicate your estate planning.

10/29/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

5 Scary Consequences of NOT Having an Estate Plan

As the saying goes, “Failing to plan is planning to fail.” When it comes to your estate, that failure can leave behind confusion, conflict, and costly court battles.

10/23/25 • by: Emily Hicks Law, PLLC

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