Estate Planning

Your family cabin up north represents more than property, it holds generations of memories. Without proper planning, that beloved retreat near the Alexandria Chain of Lakes, Bemidji, Ely or Sturgeon Lake can spark bitter family disputes after you're gone. A cabin...

Minnesota families often hold substantial wealth in their primary residence and/or a cabin. Poor planning can trigger avoidable Minnesota estate tax exposure, probate costs, valuation disputes, and delays that could force a sale. Here are five options to better ensure...

Generic document websites and estate planning apps promise to take the stress and expense out of planning for the future. These resources often give adults concerned about their legacies or the support of their family members a false sense of security and don't truly...

Both wills and trusts allow people to dictate who will receive their assets after their passing. Trusts have the benefit of being confidential and do not have to go through the probate process. However, wills can be easier to understand and navigate, especially for...

Minnesota’s estate tax remains a primary transfer tax exposure for Woodbury and Twin Cities families because the state exemption stays far below the federal level. For 2026 planning, the central issue is the widening gap between Minnesota’s threshold and the federal...