Why Every Unmarried Honolulu Woman Needs a "Plan B" (Even if You Only Own a Condo)
Many people assume that estate planning is only for the "super-rich" or for families with children. In reality, if you are a single homeowner in Hawaii, having a plan is even more critical. Here is the reality of what happens without one.
The "Empty Safe" Problem: Why Funding Your Trust is the Most Important Step
Think of your trust as a high-tech, fireproof safe. It’s designed to protect your valuables and keep them out of the prying eyes (and long delays) of the Hawaii probate courts. But if you never actually put your jewelry, cash, or house inside that safe, it can’t do its job.
Beyond the Basics: What Every Hawaii Parent Needs to Know About Estate Planning
Is a Will enough for Hawaii parents? Discover why a Living Trust is essential for protecting your ohana and investment properties from Hawaii probate court.
Locked Out: How Hawaii’s Digital Asset Laws Could Freeze Your Family Out of Your Online Life
Don't let your digital legacy disappear. Learn how Hawaii’s RUFADAA laws impact your estate and why your family might be locked out of your photos, crypto, and accounts without a modern, tech-forward estate plan.
The Hawaii Probate Clock: Why Waiting Is the Costliest Mistake for Your Ohana
Stop the Hawaii 'Probate Clock.' Learn how a Revocable Living Trust protects your home and ohana from 12+ months of legal delays and costly court fees.
Yes, You Can (and Should) Put Your Mortgaged Home Into a Trust
Yes, You Can (and Should) Put Your Mortgaged Home Into a Trust
The "Mainland Property" Nightmare: How to Avoid the Trap of Double Probate
Own property in Las Vegas or California? Learn how to avoid "Ancillary Probate"—the costly trap of being forced into two different state courts. See how a Hawaii Revocable Living Trust simplifies multi-state estate planning.