Can a Surviving Spouse Amend a Joint Trust Agreement?
When married couples establish a joint revocable trust, it often becomes the primary estate planning tool used to manage and eventually distribute nearly all of their shared assets. These trusts are created and governed by both spouses through a single trust agreement, and they may include provisions for handling incapacity, asset management, and post-death distributions. […]
How Trust Drafting Impacts Asset Protection for Beneficiaries
Estate planning involves more than simply transferring wealth. For many clients, protecting that wealth from future creditors is just as important as ensuring their assets are passed on according to their wishes. A well-drafted trust can offer significant protection, but the level of protection largely depends on the trust structure, the terms regarding distributions, and […]
Empowering Women: Rachel Ray’s Wills & Estates Session
During November, Rachel Ray had the honor of speaking at the Zeta Phi Beta SE Regional Conference at the Augusta Marriott Downtown. The event brought together a remarkable group of intelligent, powerful, and inspiring women dedicated to personal growth and community impact. Rachel’s presentation focused on the essentials of wills and estate planning, offering valuable […]
Empowering Our Community: Ed Enoch’s Estate Planning Presentation
Ed Enoch recently delivered an insightful presentation on estate planning at the SRP Federal Credit Union Wills & Trusts event. This impactful session offered attendees valuable knowledge on protecting their assets, planning for the future, and ensuring their wishes are honored. The event was a wonderful opportunity to connect with the community and empower individuals […]
Cannabis: Does Your Business Need to Update Its Policies and Practices?
Over the last few decades, marijuana (aka cannabis) laws across the United States have become increasingly more permissive. In 1996, California was the first state to allow medicinal cannabis.[1] In 2012, Colorado and Washington approved legal recreational cannabis.[2] Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia permit medical-use marijuana, and 24 states have legalized recreational marijuana.[3] […]
The Annual Meeting: What Every Corporation (and Many Limited Liability Corporations) Should Know
All registered corporations are required by law to hold an annual meeting. Limited liability companies (LLCs), although not subject to the same statutory requirement, may hold regular meetings in accordance with their governing documents. What Is the Purpose of a Corporation’s Annual Meeting? In the United States, all corporations must hold an annual shareholder meeting […]
Changing Your Business’s Legal Structure
Over time, your business can undergo significant changes. What may have started as a humble, one-person operation can grow into a more complex company, with multiple owners, employees, an evolving mission statement, and increasing risks. As the scope and goals of your business shift, an accompanying change in business structure might be warranted. There are […]
Changing Your Business’s Legal Structure
Over time, your business can undergo significant changes. What may have started as a humble, one-person operation can grow into a more complex company, with multiple owners, employees, an evolving mission statement, and increasing risks. As the scope and goals of your business shift, an accompanying change in business structure might be warranted. There are […]
Ed Enoch of Enoch Tarver PC, Differences Between a Will and a Trust
Ed Enoch of Enoch Tarver PC talks about some of the key differences between a Will and a Trust, and which option is best for you. https://augustaceo.com/video/2023/09/ed-enoch-enoch-tarver-pc-differences-between-will-and-trust/
Ed Enoch of Enoch Tarver PC Discusses Estate Planning
Ed Enoch of Enoch Tarver PC talks about talks about the importance of estate planning and how Enoch Tarver PC can help with that process. https://augustaceo.com/video/2023/08/ed-enoch-enoch-tarver-pc-discusses-estate-planning/
