married couples

September 28, 2026
A newlywed couple sit by a lake.

Should I Name My Spouse or My Trust as My Life Insurance Beneficiary?

You bought life insurance to care for the people you love. But should the money go directly to your spouse or through your trust? The answer starts with what your family needs the money to do, not a rule that one choice is always better…
September 21, 2026
An older couple walks down a road from behind.

Spouses With a Joint Trust: What Happens If You Die Days Apart?

You and your spouse built one life, one family, and often one estate plan. But if you die in the same accident or only days apart, the order of death can change who inherits, which documents control, and whether assets pass through two estates instead of one. Here is what a survivorship clause does and why your plan should answer the question before your family ever has to...
July 19, 2026
A bride and groom's hands.

When Your Spouse Won’t Get on Board with Estate Planning: What to Do Now

You've raised it before. Your spouse keeps saying "not now." But every week that passes without a plan is a week your family's future depends on chance instead of intention. Here's what to do when you're not on the same page, and what you can start doing today…