estate planning
Making a Statement (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
Passing the baton from one generation to another, especially in terms of wealth and finances, entails far more than just a last will and testament or a mission statement. read more >
by Hunter Field -
Beyond Tax Avoidance (Daniel Robinson Commentary)
Daniel Robinson of Arvest Wealth Management weighs in on the major things of note regarding the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. read more >
The Critical Role of Beneficiary Designations (Bert Kell Commentary)
Reviewing and updating beneficiary designations is crucial, and trusts offer some advantages. read more >
by Bert Kell -
Dude Crain’s Widow and Daughters In Legal Battle Over Estate
The messy battle over the nine-figure estate of the late Fort Smith businessman H.C. “Dude” Crain Jr. is now before the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Planning Key For Passing On Illiquid Assets
Estate planning may be a simple, two-page will and testament that specifies who gets the savings account balance and the 2005 Toyota Camry. The deceased’s assets can range from cash to shares of stock to rental houses to acres of land. read more >
by Marty Cook -