My late husband's son is listed as beneficiary on his IRAs. Where does that leave me?

My husband passed away in June 2025. I was unaware that he had several IRAs (worth a few thousand dollars). When I found the paperwork, I discovered that his son was named as the beneficiary. I ...

'She got divorced 4 years ago': My friend, 72, has one son. Does she need to write a will?

"She has not written a new will since the divorce." (Photo subject is a model.) I have a 72-year-old friend who is declining with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). She got divorced 4 years ...

‘She got divorced 4 years ago’: My friend, 72, has COPD. She has one son. Does she need to write a will?

She got divorced 4 years ago. She has a 32-year-old son. Does she need a will? She has not written a new will since the divorce.  Will this cause issues when the son tries to settle her estate after ...
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Trust Administration vs. Will Probate: Which Process is Best for You?

When planning your estate in Washington State, one of the most common questions is whether to use a Revocable Living Trust (RLT) or a Will. Most ...