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How to Keep Your Business in the Family Estate Planning for Business Owners in Oklahoma
A thriving family business is truly something to be proud of—it represents years or even decades of hard work, plus the added labor of navigating family relationships. However, when it’s time for the business to pass to the next generation, it’s all too common for a lack of planning to cause the business to… Read More »
Estate Planning for Retirees in 2025: Smart Moves to Protect Your Assets
Whether you’re starting your retirement journey in 2025 or you’ve already started your next stage of life as a retiree, make sure that your estate plan reflects your current stage of life and goals. Working with an experienced estate planning lawyer in Oklahoma can help you start 2025 on the right foot and verify… Read More »
Estate Planning After a Tragedy: Planning for the Future
Experiencing a close call or watching a loved one go through a painful loss can often be the catalyst for change. If tragedy in your life has pushed you to look into estate planning attorneys, you’re not alone—seeing the fallout of an unmanaged estate can be enough to make anyone start preparing for the… Read More »
Estate Planning Misconceptions We’re Leaving in 2024
Every year brings new learning opportunities, and it’s especially important to take advantage of those chances when they affect your financial wellbeing. Start the new year with a thorough understanding of your estate planning options and the misconceptions that could be holding you back. When you’re ready to take your planning to the next… Read More »
You’re the Estate Executor or Administrator: Your Next Steps
When you’re named the executor or administrator of a loved one’s estate in Oklahoma, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. The job of handling a loved one’s final affairs is a huge responsibility, but with the right preparation, you can feel confident as you get started. The Oklahoma estate planning lawyers at Entz Burton &… Read More »
Charitable Giving Through Your Estate Plan
The way you choose to use your estate can leave a lasting mark on the world. In addition to leaving money and assets behind for your children and other loved ones, you may choose to give to the charitable causes that you hold near and dear. At Entz Burton & Associates, we can help… Read More »
What Happens If You Don’t Have an Estate Plan When You Die?
When we talk about estate planning, we often talk about everything that a thorough estate plan can do for you. However, it’s equally important to talk about what can go wrong without an estate plan. This is why it’s so crucial to plan your estate before you think you need to—should you pass away… Read More »
Managing Debts in Probate
When a loved one passes away, their estate goes through a legal process known as probate. During this time, any debts left behind by the deceased must be addressed and settled. For individuals in Oklahoma City, understanding how to manage debts in probate is crucial to ensure that the process runs as smoothly as… Read More »
Common Oklahoma Probate Myths Debunked
When a family faces the process of probate in Oklahoma, there are many myths and misconceptions that can cause unnecessary stress and confusion. Understanding the truth of the probate process and how you can streamline the process for your family after your passing can help you take your estate planning to the next level…. Read More »
Challenging Conversations: How to Tell Your Family About Your Estate Plan
Discussing your estate plan with your loved ones may not be fun, but for many, it is necessary. While you are completely within your rights to hide your plan and allow it to come out after your death, doing so could mean leaving your family to deal with the fallout of unexpected estate plan… Read More »
