Severson Law

05/07/2021

I am really excited to be a part of this wonderful webinar about life transitions! Please join me and the amazing panel next week! Here are the details:

A Woman’s Guide to Navigating Life Transitions

No matter what stage of life you are in, you know the difficulties that transitions can bring. Be it a big career change, getting married, having a child, or getting divorced, these events change the direction of our lives permanently. Even if we can see these changes coming, it can be hard to adequately prepare ourselves mentally, emotionally, and financially.

In this webinar we will be discussing what a life transition is, how it can affect your well-being, and ways to prepare your finances and estate plan. Whether you have a big change coming up or are smack dab in the middle of one, you will walk away with helpful information and effective strategies. Our fantastic line-up of speakers include Janet Rucker-Smith (Certified Life Coach), Rachel Gustafson (Financial Planner), and Elin Severson (Estate Planning Attorney). They will share some powerful content and open the floor for your questions.

When: May 12th at 11am See comments for link to register

May 13th at 5pm See comments for link to register

Please feel free to share this invitation with anyone you feel may benefit from this webinar.

08/04/2020

It's not too late to join!! --
Have you ever wondered what estate planning is all about? Please join me on August 5 at 5:30 pm for an educational presentation via Zoom to discuss the basics of estate planning and also how to build your wealth. This is a joint presentation by Sarah Heesacker, a financial advisor with Edward Jones and myself, an estate planning attorney. This is a great opportunity to start thinking about how to prepare your own estate from the comfort of your own home! There will be an opportunity to answer any burning questions you may have! Here is the Zoom link:
https://edwardjones.zoom.us/j/96054326087?pwd=YUdVeDEzbkd0VnF4K3dMZ2V2N3l6QT09
Meeting ID: 960 5432 6087
Passcode: 209467

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06/25/2020

“Thoughtful planning now can help minimize taxes and probate fees, and ensure your family will have less to worry about when you are gone; however, failing to make plans for your estate can lead to unintended complications for your descendants.”

Having an estate plan is among the most important things you can do for your loved ones. It is, however, a task many of us dread and put off dealing with until later in life. If there is one thing we can recommend, it is that it is never too early to start planning, but it can be too late.

06/23/2020

Estate planning is not just about protecting yourself - It supports and protects your family and loved ones!

Estate planning isn’t fun, but without it the consequences can be devastating for your heirs—or at least not what you intended.

05/12/2020

The majority of Americans do not have estate plans. Why? This is a topic that is uncomfortable to think about. However, do you know what the default laws in your state are? Are you comfortable with that result? If the answer is "no" or "I don't know", please give me a call: 503-819-3065

05/12/2020

Estate plans are essential to protect yourself and your loved ones. Here are just a few benefits of having an estate plan.

Without a written plan, you force people to guess your intentions.

05/12/2020

Do you have questions about how to handle an estate after a loved one has passed away? Give me a call at 503-819-3065

05/12/2020

While there are many benefits to a probate proceeding, here are some considerations why in many cases it is a good idea to craft an estate plan to avoid probate.

Probate can be both time-consuming and expensive. It also is a public process. Your heirs are left hanging about when they'll inherit and how much they'll inherit.

05/12/2020

Estate plans are essential at every stage of your life.

The truth is, individuals at every stage of life can benefit from having an estate plan. Let’s explore what an estate plan could look like, and what potential pitfalls to watch out for.

05/12/2020

Talking to your parents about their estate plan is vital. Ensuring they have the proper documents in place and you know what their wishes are helps alleviate confusion and undue expenses. Start the conversation.

The need to discuss your parents’ futures with them, especially before a potential crisis or inciting event, is true for everyone.

05/12/2020

Myth-busting: the estate planning edition. Don't let these common misconceptions derail your estate plan.

Over the years, I’ve met with people who “only needed a financial plan, not an estate plan” or “didn’t need a financial plan, just some help with estate planning.” To help clarify the role of estate planning in the financial planning process, it’s important to debunk some of the most c...

05/12/2020

Do you have questions or concerns about your estate plan and COVID-19? Feel free to give me a call to learn about the necessary documents to protect you and the measures my office is taking to keep my clients safe.