Stone Arch Law Office, PLLC

06/25/2026

Many homeowners spend years building retirement savings but never think through how those accounts may affect their loved ones later.

Retirement accounts can create surprise tax consequences.
Beneficiary choices matter.
Timing matters.
The type of account matters.
And the overall estate plan matters.

If your goal is to leave a legacy instead of leaving confusion, this is an important piece of the conversation.

Join Stone Arch Law Office for How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos and learn how retirement accounts fit into a smarter estate plan.

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06/18/2026

Adding a child or loved one to your home, bank account, or other asset may seem like an easy estate planning shortcut.

But joint ownership can create problems many families do not expect.

It can affect control.
Create tax issues.
Expose assets to someone else’s creditors.
Complicate family relationships.
And make things harder later.

In How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos, Stone Arch Law Office will explain the joint ownership mistake responsible homeowners should understand before making changes.

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06/11/2026

Probate is not just a legal process.

For many families, it becomes a time-consuming and stressful burden at the worst possible moment.

Your loved ones may have to deal with court filings.
Public records.
Waiting periods.
Legal costs.
And uncertainty about what happens next.

The good news is that proactive planning may help your family avoid unnecessary court involvement.

Join Stone Arch Law Office for How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos and learn how a revocable living trust can help keep things private and court-free.

Register now: https://stonearchlaw.com/masterclass-registration/

06/04/2026

If something happened to you, would your family know exactly what steps to take?

Would they know where your documents are?
Who has authority to act?
What happens to the house?
How retirement accounts should be handled?
Whether probate can be avoided?

Most families are left with more questions than answers because the plan was incomplete or unclear.

Stone Arch Law Office’s masterclass, How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos, is designed to give homeowners simple answers and practical estate planning strategies.

Register now: https://stonearchlaw.com/masterclass-registration/

05/21/2026

It's time to update your estate plan!

05/20/2026

Did you know that Stone Arch Law Office is now taking on probate matters? Our experienced estate planning staff are ready to help your family through life's biggest moments with dignity.
Welcome to Stone Arch Law Office, where you can trust that your difficult decisions will be made easier.

05/19/2026

Allow us to (re)introduce ourselves!
At Stone Arch Law Office, we're proud to guide our clients through every stage of life. Comprehensive estate planning means we go above and beyond to meet Minnesotans where they need us most.
Starting as a one-man team, Stone Arch Law Office has grown right alongside our clients. We look forward to providing you with even more estate planning know-how as we expand our reach!
Watch this space for our updated educational (and sometimes entertaining!) content. We look forward to hearing from you!

03/19/2026

Estate planning is about making sure loved ones are cared for and that your legacy extends to future generations.

Grandparents often ask whether they should include their grandchildren directly in their trust documents. It can feel like a meaningful way to provide support for education, housing, or other life milestones.

However, the decision is not always as simple as adding names to a document. Trust structures, family growth, and long-term planning goals all play a role.

Working with an estate planning lawyer at Stone Arch Law Office will help you review these options and create a plan that fits your family’s goals!

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03/18/2026

Minnesota estate laws change frequently, and failing to keep up can lead to unnecessary taxes and financial complications. Make sure your estate plan is up-to-date and optimized for current tax laws!

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Philip Ruce, Estate Planning Director at Stone Arch Law Office, helps Minnesota families navigate estate and tax laws to protect their assets. In this video, Phil covers:

✅ Estate Taxes – Understanding federal vs. Minnesota estate taxes and how they impact your estate
✅ Retirement Accounts (401ks & IRAs) – Critical rules on distributions to spouses, children, and charities
✅ Capital Gains & Gifting Strategies – Planning for tax-efficient wealth transfers
✅ Trusts & Estate Plans – Avoiding common mistakes that could cost your beneficiaries

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Estate planning laws are constantly changing, and nowhere is this more important than in Minnesota estate planning and tax law. If you haven’t updated your e...

03/16/2026

When you meet with our estate planning team at Stone Arch Law Office, there's no such thing as a silly question. We take pride in being legal educators, with answers you can understand and trust. Check out our blog for simple answers to your top estate planning questions!

Today's topic: How Should You Choose A Trustee?
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