HONOLULU (HI Now) - Debbie Tanakaya of Sterling and Tucker, LLP joins HI Now Daily to clear up common misconceptions about estate planning and explain why every adult in Hawaii needs a plan, regardless of wealth. With offices on Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island, Sterling and Tucker, LLP offers personalized guidance through revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, advance health care directives and irrevocable trusts.
Tanakaya breaks down why a will alone is not enough, how dying without a trust or will can leave your family subject to Hawaii state law rather than your personal wishes, and what steps you can take right now to protect your loved ones. She also explains how proper planning helps families avoid probate, minimize taxes and ensure a smooth transfer of assets.
Sterling and Tucker, LLP is hosting free estate planning seminars for Hawaii residents who want to better understand their options and make informed decisions about their future and their family’s needs. As a thank you for attending, participants will receive a $400 credit toward their estate plan if they choose to work with the firm. To reserve a spot, visit sterlingandtucker.com or call (808) 531-5391.
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