Because animals are legally considered property, they cannot inherit money or assets directly, and without proper planning, they risk ending up with someone who may not know them or want them. Including pets in your estate plan is therefore essential to ensure that they continue to receive the love, care, and stability they’ve always known.

As the world of social media and digital content creation continues to expand, so too does the need for thoughtful estate planning for those who make a living online. If you’re a YouTuber, podcaster, Instagram star, TikTok creator, or run a blog or e‑commerce platform, your brand and livelihood exist largely in the digital world.

The digital world offers enormous opportunities for creativity, connection, and investment. Yet without proper planning, those opportunities can turn into challenges for the people you leave behind. Estate planning and trust administration must adapt to include digital assets as a standard element. By cataloguing your online property, granting authority to your fiduciaries, choosing capable people to manage your accounts, and updating your plans regularly, you protect your on