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What is the difference between a will and a revocable trust, and when should each be used?
In this episode of Under the Basswood Tree, Chris Klug and Ashley Vidal discuss the estate planning process and the importance of building a plan tailored to each individual’s goals, family structure, and long-term wishes. The conversation explores key estate planning documents, including wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, while also addressing incapacity planning and the practical realities families may face when plans are not properly coordinated.
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IRS Refund Delivery Changes for 2026: Guidance for U.S.‑Based and International Taxpayers
The IRS will phase out most paper refund checks for U.S.-based taxpayers starting September 30, 2025, mandating electronic direct deposits.
The SEC Updates Its Enforcement Manual
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently updated its Enforcement Manual for the first time since 2017, introducing procedural changes
The Fundraising Strategy Nobody Talks About: Being Ready Before You Raise
The smartest founders don’t start preparing when the term sheet arrives -they build fundraising leverage months in advance by making
Legal Readiness Isn’t Overhead. It’s the Leverage You’re Missing.
Legal readiness isn’t overhead—it’s the strategic edge that keeps your business investor-ready, risk-proof, and ahead of the game before anyone