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Free Estate Planning Resources from Heircraft Planning

May 13, 2026 Filed Under: Estate Planning Blog

Estate planning attorney Mark Eiland serving clients in Mobile, Alabama.

Estate planning makes more sense when you understand the system before you start making decisions. That is the philosophy behind everything Heircraft Planning does — and it is why we offer several free resources for Alabama and Florida families who want to learn first, without any pressure to take the next step before they are ready. Who Is Behind Heircraft Planning Heircraft Planning was … [Read more...] about Free Estate Planning Resources from Heircraft Planning

Can a Family Member Make Financial Decisions Without a Power of Attorney in Alabama?

May 11, 2026 Filed Under: Estate Planning Blog

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One of the most common misconceptions about a power of attorney in Alabama is that family members already have it. When someone is hospitalized unexpectedly, the people closest to them often assume they can step in. A spouse tries to access a bank account to cover bills. An adult child calls the financial institution to ask about investment accounts. A sibling attempts to manage day-to-day … [Read more...] about Can a Family Member Make Financial Decisions Without a Power of Attorney in Alabama?

Can a Family Member Access a Client’s Finances Without a Power of Attorney in Alabama?

May 5, 2026 Filed Under: Navigator-Advisor Newsletter

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It happens more often than most professionals expect. A client becomes incapacitated, and the family member who has been closest to them for decades tries to step in. They call the financial institution. They attempt to access accounts to cover bills and ongoing expenses. They are turned away. Not because anyone doubts the relationship. Not because the institution is being unreasonable. It … [Read more...] about Can a Family Member Access a Client’s Finances Without a Power of Attorney in Alabama?

Common Law Marriage in Alabama: What Professionals Should Know When Working With Unmarried Clients

May 5, 2026 Filed Under: Navigator-Advisor Newsletter

In Alabama, proving a common law marriage requires formal documentation presented during the probate process.

Unmarried couples represent a growing segment of the population, and many of them are sitting across the table from financial professionals, CPAs, and other advisors without any awareness of how significantly Alabama law limits their legal standing when one partner dies. For professionals working with these clients, understanding where Alabama draws the line on common law marriage is not a legal … [Read more...] about Common Law Marriage in Alabama: What Professionals Should Know When Working With Unmarried Clients

What Happens to a Client’s Home When They Die in Alabama? What Advisors Should Understand

May 5, 2026 Filed Under: Navigator-Advisor Newsletter

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When a client dies, real estate is often the first asset their family starts asking about. It is frequently the largest single asset in the estate, and it is the one most likely to create confusion, delay, and family conflict when the legal structure was not considered carefully during planning. For financial advisors working alongside clients on long-term wealth transfer, understanding how … [Read more...] about What Happens to a Client’s Home When They Die in Alabama? What Advisors Should Understand

Common Law Marriage in Alabama: What Happens to Inheritance Rights When Your Partner Dies?

May 4, 2026 Filed Under: Estate Planning Blog

In Alabama, proving a common law marriage requires formal documentation presented during the probate process.

Many couples in Alabama spend years, sometimes decades, building a life together without a formal marriage ceremony. They share a home, finances, and in many cases, children. When one partner dies, the question of common law marriage in Alabama often comes up for the first time, and the answer is more complicated than most people expect. The surviving partner may assume they have the same legal … [Read more...] about Common Law Marriage in Alabama: What Happens to Inheritance Rights When Your Partner Dies?

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