A Toast to Tomorrow: Estate and Funeral Planning Made Simple
When: Tuesday, October 14
from 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Where: Michael Florentino Cellars: SODO,
3861 1st Ave S A, Seattle, WA 98134
Plan Ahead for Peace of Mind
Join Estate Planning Attorney Jenny Ling of the Law Offices of Jenny Ling, PLLC, and Carlos Zamora, Advance Planning Specialist, for an evening of wine and wisdom!
During this event you will learn how planning ahead will give you and your family peace of mind and protect your legacy.
Jenny will discuss:
- What does your family need if you aren’t here to care for them;
- What happens if you don't make an estate plan;
- What to consider when creating your Will;
- How to protect your money, even after you’re gone;
- Guardian nomination for minor children;
- The importance of incapacity planning;
- How wise and thoughtful planning can protect your adult children;
- The benefits of trust planning; and
- How you can get your estate planning done virtually from the comfort of home
Carlos will share practical ways families can ease stress and protect their loved ones through advance funeral and cemetery planning. He will discuss:
- The benefits of planning ahead for funeral and cemetery services;
- Options for final disposition (burial, cremation, terramation, aquamation); and
- How advance planning reduces stress and financial burden for families
Cost: FREE
遗产规划入门指南 (The Estate Planning Starter Guide - for Mandarin Speakers)
When: Tuesday, October 21
from 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Zoom
迈出保护您的遗产的第一步 !
您是否开始考虑遗产规划了？无论您是刚刚起步的年轻一代，还是已步入退休年龄，遗产规划对于保护您的挚爱亲朋，并确保您的资产按照您的意愿分配都至关重要。
遗产规划入门指南是一项免费的在线活动，专为想要了解遗产规划基础知识（包括遗嘱、信托和其他重要文件）的人而设计。加入专注于遗产规划的张律师，他将指导您了解遗产规划的整个过程。
在此活动期间，您将了解：
- 遗产规划的重要性;
- 不同类型的遗产规划文件;
- 如何保护您的资产并确保其按照您的意愿分配；
- 减少税收和降低遗产管理成本的策略；
- 遗嘱、信托和其他遗产规划工具在实现您的目标中的作用；
- 遗产规划如何保护给您子女的遗产免受债权人和离婚的影响；以及
- 避免可能危及您计划的常见遗产规划错误的技巧。
Note: This presentation will be in Mandarin.
Are you beginning to consider your estate plan? Whether you're young and just starting out or are well into your retirement years, estate planning is essential for protecting your loved ones and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
The Estate Planning Starter Guide is a free, online event designed for anyone who wants to understand the basics of estate planning, including wills, trusts, and other important documents. Join estate planning attorney Yihao Zhang who will guide you through the process of planning your legacy.
During this event, you'll learn about:
- The importance of estate planning
- The different types of estate planning documents
- How to protect your assets and ensure they are distributed according to your wishes;
- Strategies for minimizing taxes and reducing estate administration costs;
- The role of wills, trusts, and other estate planning tools in achieving your goals;
- How estate planning can protect your children's inheritance from creditors and divorce; and
- Tips for avoiding common estate planning mistakes that can jeopardize your plans.
Cost: FREE
Estate Planning: Protecting Your Assets and Your Family's Future
When: Tuesday, October 28
from 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Zoom
Ensure Your Legacy Can Last For Generations
Preparation is key for ensuring your loved ones are taken care of, no matter what the future holds. Whether you're just beginning to consider your estate plan or looking to update existing arrangements, you need valuable guidance and information to help you navigate the complexities of estate planning.
At this free, virtual event, we will cover a range of essential topics, including:
- The importance of estate planning for protecting your assets and securing your family's future.
- Estate planning tools and strategies, such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
- How estate planning can protect your children's inheritance from creditors and divorce.
- Minimizing estate taxes and maximize the value of your estate for your beneficiaries.
- Addressing common misconceptions and pitfalls in estate planning and how to avoid them.
- Understanding the role of estate planning in ensuring smooth wealth transfer and inheritance for future generations.
Whether you're just starting to consider your estate plan or looking to update an existing one, estate planning is a critical aspect of financial management and legacy preservation.
Join Kristy Hoad, estate planning attorney with offices in Seattle and Bellevue, to gain valuable insights and to help you make informed decisions about your assets and your estate and ensure a
secure future for yourself and your loved ones.
Secure your spot today and take the first step toward securing your legacy and protecting your family's future through effective estate planning.
Cost: FREE
Estate Planning for Queer Families
When: Wednesday November 5, from 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Where: Zoom
Make a Plan to Protect What's Most Important to You
However your family is built, there are important steps that LGBTQ families need to take to plan for their future. Queer families have special needs when it comes to estate planning and protecting the legal rights of their families.
During this online event, we'll cover:
- What happens if you don't plan;
- What to consider when creating your Will;
- Guardian nomination for minor children;
- The importance of incapacity planning;
- Second parent adoptions and recognition of parental rights;
- How to ensure the rights of your family are protected in all states and jurisdictions; and
- How you can get your estate planning done virtually from the comfort of home.
As comprehensive estate planners, we help our clients have peace of mind knowing that their family is taken care of, and that there is no question about what their wishes are.
Join Kristy Hoad, estate planning attorney with offices in Seattle and Bellevue, to learn how you can protect what's most important to you.
Cost: FREE
Women, Wine, & Wills
When: Wednesday November 12, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Structure Cellars Winery + Tasting Room, SODO, 3861 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
Essential Considerations for Estate and Financial Planning
Enjoy a glass of wine and meet Jenny Ling, an experienced estate planning attorney, at this FREE, in-person event at Structure Wines in SODO.
We will discuss essential considerations for estate and financial planning. You'll learn how comprehensive planning will enable you to have confidence knowing that you have a plan for your family and
your future.
We will discuss:
- What does your family need if you aren’t here to care for them;
- What happens if you don't make an estate plan;
- What to consider when creating your Will;
- How to protect your money, even after you’re gone;
- Guardian nomination for minor children;
- The importance of incapacity planning;
- How wise and thoughtful planning can protect your adult children;
- The benefits of trust planning; and
- How you can get your estate planning done virtually from the comfort of home.
Cost: FREE
Landlord 101
When: Wednesday November 19, from 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Where: Zoom
This presentation is a great opportunity to find out more about the legal and financial side of being a landlord. Join Michael Safren, an experienced real estate attorney, Bryon Taylor, Loan Officer at Milestone Mortgage Solutions, and Lorraine Parker, Managing Broker at Epic! Home Team, at this free online event.
We will discuss:
- Asset Protection and Risk Management—How to keep everything you’ve worked for safe.
- Landlord/Tenant Rights—Know your rights and responsibilities and updates on new laws.
- Short-term Rentals—AirBNB, vacation rentals, part-time rentals.
- Risk Management and Insurance - Exploring insurance options to protect your investment.
Cost: FREE
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