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Legacy Estate Planning
Founded by Steve Waltar in 2000, our mission is to help our clients and their families build and maintain effective estate plans, and to help those struggling with the loss of a loved one navigate the required legal processes. Our firm has been dedicated to serving the Puget Sound area for over 19 years Read More!
Washington State Probate Basics
Serving as the Executor of an estate in Washington State places you in a position... [Read more...]
What a Washington State Trust Beneficiary Should Understand About Trust Administration
A trust is a widely used estate planning tool designed to hold, manage, and distribute... [Read more...]
End-of-Year Estate Planning Measures for Your Washington State Estate Plan
As the calendar year comes to an end, many individuals take stock of their finances,... [Read more...]
Estate Planning Considerations When Your Spouse Is Not a U.S. Citizen
As international relationships have become more common, so too have marriages between U.S. citizens and... [Read more...]
Essential Guide to Estate Planning for Beginners
When you hear the term "estate planning," you might think that only the wealthy or... [Read more...]
Top 10 Retirement Planning Tips for Washington State Residents
Starting your retirement plan early can have a tremendous impact on your financial security in... [Read more...]
Will My Washington State Trust Pay Capital Gains Taxes?
Trusts are widely used in estate planning across Washington State, in large part because a... [Read more...]
Protecting Your Privacy in Estate Planning
Creating a well-structured estate plan ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes... [Read more...]
Power of Attorney Pitfalls to Avoid
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a vital part of an estate plan, granting another... [Read more...]
Update Your Special Needs Plan for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time dedicated to promoting inclusion and raising awareness... [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Create an Irrevocable Trust
An irrevocable trust is a powerful estate planning tool that offers benefits such as asset... [Read more...]
