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When it comes to retirement plans, IRAs and 401(k)s provide many of the same benefits. But in certain situations, an IRA can outperform a...

If you are considering a divorce, it’s critical to understand the impact of your divorce on what would happen in the event of your...

A comprehensive estate plan can protect the things that matter most. For many, this means their property and their family. Many parents...

If your pet is beloved as a family member, you likely want to ensure that he or she will be well cared for in the event of your...

Blended families, unmarried couples, assistive reproductive technology (ART), and same-sex marriages challenge the traditional concept of...

Caring for an aging parent is a common challenge for Baby Boomers, and now even Gen Xers and Millennials. And, stepping in to help manage...

Decisions about your health care are some of the most important you will ever make. Don’t put off making plans until you are unable to...

We all know money isn’t the only important aspect of estate planning. An increasing number of people want to leave their families more...

A power of attorney (POA) is a document that grants a specific person, called an agent, the authority to make important decisions on...

Growing families in Honolulu often have a lot on their plates — from juggling careers to raising keiki, it’s no wonder that estate...

If you created a living trust more than a few years ago, it’s time to dust it off and take a closer look — especially if you're married...

At a commencement speech at Stanford University in 2005, Steve Jobs said: “Remembering that I’ll be dead soon is the most important tool...

Same-sex couples nationwide finally enjoy marriage equality. However, whether you are legally married in the eyes of the law, or not,...

Too many estate plans are created and then quickly forgotten, put on a shelf, and never looked at again. While I do recommend that you...

In part 1, I shared the first part of my article on how to discuss estate planning with aging (or sick) loved ones. Here’s the bottom...

Someone you love is aging. Or maybe, facing a potentially terminal illness. You know it’s time for them to think about end of life...

Bhutan is an independent state in Southeast Asia, bordered by China to the north and India to the south. Nestled in the Himalayas, Bhutan...

Even if you do not have an estate plan that you’ve created, Hawaii has one for you. It’s likely one you won’t like. That being said, it...

Most of us want to make a mark in the world. That’s a big part of what gives our lives meaning. And whether or not we have children, our...

How often do you wish you knew more about your family? When we’re young, we don’t necessarily pay attention to the stories our elders...