Posted on March 2, 2025

How do you get started in the world of philanthropy? An annual gift during the holiday season marks an opportunity to express gratitude and create impact. Your neighborhood may be the perfect candidate for your generosity. You would probably be pleased to support progress in the vicinity for those who live or work next door,… read more

Posted on March 1, 2025

We welcomed Katherine Garbarino to Triplett & Carothers as of November 2024. Katie brings her experience in probate law and a proven track record of helping clients. She is deeply committed to guiding clients through the complex probate processes, often in times of need. She is known for her expertise in probate procedures and the… read more

Posted on February 3, 2025

The devastating California fires have taught us many valuable lessons about preparedness and the importance of safeguarding our homes and assets. One crucial aspect that has come to light is the necessity of proper homeowner’s insurance coverage, particularly when your property is held in a trust. Understanding the Importance of Trust Insurance A trust is… read more

Posted on February 3, 2025

Although it seems to go against the grain, you might be better off cashing in sooner rather than later. Investors and consumers alike need to understand the concept of time in relation to the value of money. Basically, a sum of money today is worth more than it will be tomorrow, next month or next… read more

Posted on February 2, 2025

You may have noticed that as you age, your skin has become drier and thinner, with more wrinkles, age spots and creases developing. This is all part of the aging process, but there are some things you can do to protect your skin from further damage. Here are some simple things you can incorporate into… read more

Posted on February 1, 2025

If you run a family business, you may be trying to identify and develop potential leaders from within the family; a seamless transition from your leadership to the next generation’s can help preserve your legacy and vision while providing opportunities for your successor to grow professionally. Additionally, a thoughtful succession plan provides security and continuity… read more

Posted on January 3, 2025

?At Triplett & Carothers, we certainly ended the year with a bang, welcoming three new attorneys to our practice as of January 1st.  Travis Triplett, Katie Garbarino and Jim Fine bring their knowledge and experience to our team and our clients. Look for more about Travis, Katie and Jim in coming months. ⛳We celebrated our… read more

Posted on January 3, 2025

Probate is a legal process that ensures that a deceased person’s debts (including liens and taxes) are paid and that the remaining assets are distributed according to the person’s will, or if no will exists, according to the laws of intestacy. In some states, any estate valued over $3,000 must be probated; in other states,… read more

Posted on January 2, 2025

There are many benefits to planning your own funeral: Planning can save money. When people are mourning, they often make impulsive decisions, such as buying an expensive casket or ordering the most luxurious limo. If you have made your own arrangements, specifying exactly what you’d like, it will keep people from thinking they have to… read more

Posted on January 1, 2025

Did you know that your family and/or friends have the right to challenge your will during probate proceedings? They are even entitled to object to the validity of your will and various aspects of the inheritance left behind. As you can imagine, this can become very complex very quickly. If you believe a will inaccurately… read more