Dear Angel, I read somewhere that this week is National Estate Planning Awareness Week. How can I convince my family and friends that they need an estate plan? Thanks for your help! Planna Head — Dear Planna, Nearly 56 percent of all Americans do not have an up-to-date estate plan. And 40 percent of Americans […]
Naomi Judd Left Daughters Out of Her Will — Validity of Document Is Now Being Questioned
Naomi Judd, who struggled with severe depression for years, died by suicide at age 76 on April 30, 2022. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, musician Larry Strickland, and her two daughters, duo partner/country singer Wynonna Judd, 58, and actress/activist Ashley Judd, 54. Naomi died a day before she and her daughter […]
The Nightmare of Probate: Prince’s Estate Took Six Years to Settle
In 2016, the legendary musician and actor Prince died of a fentanyl overdose. He left behind an incredible legacy, significant assets, many relatives, and, unfortunately, no will and no trust. It took six years and tens of millions of dollars in legal fees, but the heirs and the IRS agreed that his estate was worth […]