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When Adult Children Shouldn’t Serve as Trustees

by Carolyn Duncan | Feb 12, 2026 | Estate Planning, Trust Administration

When creating a trust, many parents instinctively choose an adult child to serve as trustee. It feels natural. Who knows the family better? Who cares more about protecting everything you have worked for? At Duncan Legal, PC, we regularly walk Colorado families through this decision.

House Rich, Cash Poor: The Estate Planning Problem Rarely Talked About

by Carolyn Duncan | Feb 1, 2026 | Estate Planning, Real Estate

A home can be a meaningful part of your legacy. The key is planning not only for who will receive it, but for how it will realistically be handled. Thoughtful planning today helps ensure the property remains a blessing rather than a burden. By addressing liquidity needs, family expectations, and long term maintenance concerns, you can provide clarity and reduce the risk of conflict.

Your Brain Is an Asset: Protecting Cognitive Health Through Legal Planning

by Carolyn Duncan | Jan 28, 2026 | Estate Planning, Health, Healthcare Directive, Power of Attorney

When people think about estate planning, they often focus on financial assets like homes, savings, investments, and inheritances. At Duncan Legal, PC, we encourage clients to think a little differently. One of your most valuable assets is not financial at all. It is...