Come to the in-person seminar, "Estate Planning For Young People," on Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the SeaTac office. Have you put the right plans in place to protect the people you love the most: Your children? What changes when your child turns 18, and are you prepared for it? Who would make decisions for you or your children in an emergency? Have you taken the necessary steps to protect your family's future? Life is full of milestones that brin

There have been some new faces around Rehberg Law Group this summer, and we are excited to welcome two new team members and two outstanding interns to the RLG family.

What happens if you die while on vacation? How do your remains get back home?

A second marriage can be a joyful new chapter in life, but it brings unique estate‑planning challenges, especially when you have children from prior relationships.

Are you starting to plan your vacation for this year? Have you checked the travel requirements for your destination? Do you have the necessary estate planning documents in place in case of an emergency? While the need to do an estate plan often comes up when travel plans are made, the recent pandemic has brought it to the forefront of people's minds. Common questions asked are: What happens if something goes wrong during the trip? Oh no, pandemic 2.0! Who is going to pay

Do you have to pull out a dictionary when you are looking at your estate planning documents? Are there terms that you just brush aside as "legal mumbo jumbo"? Listed below, from A to Z, are the more common estate planning terms that you may encounter in your estate planning documents or in the estate planning process. A - Amendment. A change to a Trust. A change to a Will is called a Codicil. B - Beneficiary. An individual (or individuals) who receive(s) the benefits from

Scammers are constantly evolving their tactics, finding new ways to exploit fear, urgency, and trust. Staying informed about common schemes can help you recognize red flags and protect yourself and your loved ones.

Do you have Cryptocurrency? If so, you are likely navigating some exciting and new territory when it comes to your estate planning.

Do you even have digital assets? Yes you do! When you die, who has control over your digital assets? Welcome to the digital world. Your assets are no longer limited to traditional assets, such as real property, cars, jewelry, bank accounts, retirement accounts, and life insurance.

When I started my first job, estate planning was not on my radar. It felt like something meant for much later in life. Estate planning sounded like it was only for retirees, homeowners, or people with significant wealth. I had a paycheck, a small savings account, and if I was lucky a retirement plan I had just enrolled in. That was it. Many young people feel the same way, and for good reason. There is a lot about money and planning ahead that simply is not taught early on.

Picture this... Your child is graduating from high school and has already been accepted to a school of their choosing. You are now in the process of making a list of all of the things you think your child will need during their first year of college. Your list is almost complete when a thought pops into your head: "My baby is now an adult." ... pause... "Now that they are an adult, do they need their own legal documents?" You try to shrug the thought away because you are t

You took the first step. You met with your estate planning attorney and have decided to do a Living Trust or a Will. You are excited to sign your estate planning documents. But wait! You are told that it is going to be several weeks before you can sign your documents. What? Why? Don't attorneys simply enter information into a computer and documents come out ready for signature? The answer to that question is "it depends." It is true that some estate planning

Are you thinking about the possibility of upgrading, downsizing, or refinancing your home? If so, do you have a Revocable Living Trust? If you answered, "yes" to both questions, then depending on what you plan to do, there are certain documents that you may need to provide to a mortgage, escrow, or titling company. Buying or Selling Property . If you have a Trust and are thinking about buying property, you should purchase the property in the name of your Trust to avoid a fu

What image comes to mind when you hear the term "Trust Protector"? A knight with a sword standing before a castle preparing to defend it? Or is it an image of a butler overseeing the work of the household staff? While the image of the knight is more exciting, a Trust Protector falls into the latter image. A Trust Protector is an individual or organization whose job it is to oversee certain decisions made by the Trustee. While a Trustee is given the authority to manage Trust a

Meet Jack. Jack attended a time share seminar, so that he could go on a free vacation. He started his day with a free breakfast and jet skiing in Maui, followed by a half-day seminar on the wonders of owning a timeshare. Jack came home the proud owner of a new deeded time share. Six months later, Jack's grand-aunt passed away and she left Jack a 1/25th share of a mineral deed in Montana. Jack's story may not exactly be yours, but regardless of how you ended up with a time sha

What started as a career supporting attorneys has become one of her own. Earlier this month, Amber Eakins officially received her bar number, completing her journey from legal assistant to attorney. Her hard work, perseverance, and passion for the law have paid off, and this milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter. Join us in congratulating Amber, on reaching this incredible accomplishment.

Are you concerned about how to give assets to your beneficiaries (outright or in a testamentary trust being distributed over time)? Or, how to provide for a surviving spouse, but being able to protect assets from their next spouse, or their creditors? What about how your beneficiaries will manage the assets that are given to them? Or, how such a distribution would impact your beneficiaries' lives? How about what would happen if all of your primary beneficiaries are deceased?

We are excited to share that after reviewing feedback, analyzing how visitors use the RLG website, and exploring new ways to better serve the RLG community, the website has received a major upgrade designed with your experience at the forefront. One of the first things you will notice is the refreshed look and feel. The updated design focuses on simplicity, improved readability, and a more open layout. This cleaner presentation helps you quickly find what you need without u

March is a month filled with all things green! Shamrocks, parades, and celebrations of luck and prosperity. But while many people hope for a little extra good fortune this time of year, the most reliable way to protect your financial future isn’t luck at all- it’s thoughtful estate planning. A thoughtful plan can help you stay out of probate, a process that can be both lengthy and expensive, if that is your desire. Court fees, attorney fees, and ongoing administrative expen

Are you worried about who would take care of your pet if you passed away? Or are you more worried about your chosen caretaker having sufficient funds to provide for your pet's care throughout your pet's life? If your answer is "yes," then there is a tool available to you-- a Pet Trust. Washington State allows Pet Trusts. Like testamentary trusts for your minor children or other (possibly irresponsible) beneficiaries, you can set up a testamentary trust for the benefit of