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Vacations are meant for relaxation — soaking up the sun, exploring new places, and spending time with the people you love. But before you pack your bags, there’s one item you might be overlooking: your estate plan. Having a complete and current estate plan in place ensures that if something unexpected happens while you’re traveling — whether across the islands, the mainland, or internationally — your medical, financial, and family matters will be handled exactly the way you w

Life changes fast — and so do the laws that affect your estate plan. Whether you live in Honolulu or anywhere across Hawaiʻi, keeping your plan up to date ensures that your wishes are honored, your loved ones are protected, and your legacy endures exactly as you intend. An estate plan isn’t something you create once and forget. It’s a living set of documents — such as a will, trust, and powers of attorney — that should evolve as your life, family, and financial circumstances

Caring for aging parents can bring both love and responsibility — especially when it comes to managing their health care or finances. Establishing a Power of Attorney (POA) helps ensure your parents’ wishes are respected and their affairs are handled smoothly if they ever become unable to manage them. For families across Honolulu and throughout Hawaiʻi, this simple step can prevent court involvement and family disputes down the road. Having a POA in place can make all the dif