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How to Protect Your Family with a Will or Trust Before the End of the Year

As the year winds down and the holiday season begins, many families are making plans, traveling, and enjoying time with loved ones. But there’s another important task that deserves a place on your end-of-year checklist: creating or updating your estate plan.

Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy or elderly — it’s for everyone who wants to make life a little easier for their loved ones. At Tressler & Associates, we believe that planning ahead is one of the most powerful ways to protect what matters most.

Why You Need a Will or Trust

Having a will or trust in place gives you control over what happens to your assets and your loved ones in the event of your passing. It also saves your family from unnecessary legal stress during an already emotional time.

Here’s what a comprehensive estate plan can help you do:

  • Designate guardians for your children
  • Control how and when your assets are distributed
  • Avoid costly probate processes
  • Make charitable gifts in line with your values
  • Protect your family’s future from confusion and conflict

Why Now Is the Time

Between holiday gatherings and year-end deadlines, it’s easy to put estate planning on the back burner. But doing it now ensures that:

  • You enter the new year with peace of mind.
  • Your wishes are legally documented and protected.
  • You avoid the rush or delays of trying to do it last-minute in December.

Plus, as your life changes — whether you’ve welcomed a child, bought a home, or launched a business — your estate plan should change too.

How Tressler Can Help

At Tressler & Associates, we make estate planning approachable and stress-free. Our team walks you through the entire process — from wills and trusts to power of attorney and healthcare directives — so you can feel confident your family is covered.

Let us help you secure your peace of mind before the ball drops on a new year.


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