Parman & Easterday

09/03/2026

Some caregiving seasons do not have a clear finish line, and that can be incredibly heavy.

If you are caring for someone you love, please remember that needing rest and support does not mean you are failing them.

Discover ways to manage the emotional and physical terrain of caregiving when there’s no clear finish line

09/03/2026

"From our first meeting to final signing, the staff at Parman and Easterday made my family feel like a priority. Carol took time to answer all of our questions in a down-to-earth way that made this complicated process easy to understand. Her questions were thorough as well, and we felt a warm, welcoming spirit during each meeting. Carol was especially understanding and explained the process so well to a member of our family with.." says Carrie

★★★★★ From our first meeting to final signing, the staff at Parman and Easterday made my family feel like a priority. Carol took time to answer all of our questions in a down-to-earth way that made this complicated process easy to understand. Her questions were thorough as well, and we fel...

09/03/2026

Does Your Estate Plan Include Contingent Beneficiaries?: When you think about estate planning, you probably focus on naming the people and/or organizations who will inherit from you. Choosing those primary beneficiaries is important, but it is only part of the picture.A complete plan also considers what happens if a beneficiary cannot accept the inheritance. This is where contingent beneficiaries come in, and […]

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This is where contingent beneficiaries come in, and it is a detail that is often overlooked until it is too late.

09/02/2026

Most emergency kits cover the first 72 hours. Almost none cover the questions that come after: who can reach your accounts; who can talk to your doctors; who decides when you can’t.

A will, trust, power of attorney, and a healthcare directive belong on the same shelf as the emergency kit. This National Preparedness Month, finish the kit.

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09/01/2026

Simply leaving someone's name out of your will isn't enough to disinherit them. A court may assume the omission was an accident and award them a share anyway. If your wishes include excluding an heir, the language has to be explicit.

Here's what that takes.

https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/estate-planning/reasons-and-how-to-disinherit-someone

08/31/2026

"Super professional service, but I felt right at home. Carol and David were so helpful and I am so thankful that we now have a plan in place and it eases my mind." says ROBYN on Google

★★★★★ Super professional service, but I felt right at home. Carol and David were so helpful and I am so thankful that we now have a plan in place and it eases my mind.

08/31/2026

Researchers call it "King Charles Syndrome": inheriting the crown, but not the runway to use it. Many heirs to the Great Wealth Transfer face the same timing problem.

An early gift toward a down payment or education can change which financial decisions a family is even able to make. Worth considering as part of your plan.

An estimated $124 trillion will pass between generations by 2048. But for many millennials and Gen Z adults, inheritance may arrive too late to help them buy homes, avoid debt, or build wealth when it matters most.

08/30/2026

If an adult can no longer make decisions and has no plan, a court may need to step in and appoint a guardian, a process that takes time and expense.

The good news is that a few of the right documents today can keep those decisions in your family's hands. We can help you put those protections in place.

To learn how, schedule a complimentary Discovery Consultation.

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08/28/2026

If you own a small business, your estate plan needs to do more than divide personal assets. It has to answer what happens to the company you built. Who takes over daily operations? How do you keep the business running smoothly and treat your family fairly?

A clear plan protects your employees, your customers, and the people who depend on you. It also spares your loved ones from difficult decisions during an already emotional time.

Estate planning for small business owners will safeguard your business, minimizes taxes, and provides clarity for your heirs and employees.

08/27/2026

"We received expert care from the entire Parman Easterday team. We were thoughtfully guided to a greater understanding of our situation in building our Living Trust. We were made to feel supported and encouraged every step of the way. We are grateful to have the experience of such knowledgeable legal minds working on our behalf and we will most definitely encourage others to do their Living Trust with Parman Easterday." says Lisa

★★★★★ We received expert care from the entire Parman Easterday team. We were thoughtfully guided to a greater understanding of our situation in building our Living Trust. We were made to feel supported and encouraged every step of the way. We are grateful to have the experience of such kno...