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Oct 05, 2026

Do You Really Need a Trust? Not Necessarily

One of the most common questions we hear at McCartha Law is simple: “Do I need a trust?” The honest answer is: not automatically. A...

Aug 13, 2026

Good News: Your Business No Longer Has to Report to FinCEN

On August 11, 2026, the U.S. Treasury Department made it official: U.S. businesses no longer have to report “beneficial ownership” information to FinCEN under the...

May 01, 2026

Deeding your home to a trust? Don’t forget insurance and homestead checks.

When you deed your Alabama home into a revocable living trust, two quick follow‑ups can protect you: update your homeowners insurance and confirm your homestead...

Apr 22, 2026

Banks freeze JTROS accounts between Husband and Wife

Banks often mishandle joint accounts when a spouse dies, even when the account is clearly set up as joint tenants with right of survivorship (JTROS)....

Feb 26, 2026

Who Does What in Your Estate Plan? Executors, Trustees, and Powers of Attorney in Alabama

If you’ve ever sat through an estate planning meeting and thought, “Now which one of these people actually does what?”, you are not alone. Clients...

Feb 05, 2026

Does an LLC Really Protect You From Lawsuits?

Our law firm, among others I have read, regularly counsel our clients about how this really works and how what you need to know about...

Sep 02, 2025

Do My Will Online, with AI, or with a Lawyer in Alabama? The Risks Every Family Should Know

Do My Will Online, with AI, or with a Lawyer in Alabama? The Risks Every Family Should Know In Alabama, DIY, online, and AI Wills...

Aug 27, 2025

How Does a Trust Work… Simply?

How Does a Trust Work… Simply? At McCartha Law, we believe that understanding how a trust works doesn’t have to be complicated. While trusts can...

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