Author: Trevor Whiting

Building Your Legacy: The Strategic Advantages of the “Family Bank”

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Introduction: Estate planning is not just about passing on assets to the next generation; it’s about creating a legacy that transcends generations. One innovative and increasingly popular strategy in the realm of estate planning, especially among high-net worth families, is the creation of a “family bank.” This approach offers a comprehensive solution to managing family […]

Are We There Yet? Estate Planning for Traveling Parents

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As my wife and I were boarding an airplane for a recent trip, I wondered, as I do every time we travel without our five daughters, “Are the kids going to be OK without their mom?” (I try to be realistic and realize that they’d be just fine without me.) What if they fall off […]

When Would I Need an NFA Gun Trust?

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By: Trevor S. Whiting, Dana Whiting Law, PLLC A recent change in the regulations related to the transfer of certain regulated firearms has many people wondering if they should have an NFA Gun Trust. That type of trust is typically used to facilitate the purchase and transfer of “NFA firearms,” such as silencers, machine guns, short-barreled […]