Find People who can help
Experienced professionals can be invaluable resources for developing a legacy plan that meets your needs.
When seeking help from professionals, make sure they are qualified and have experience with forest landowners. To find individuals in your area, try keyword searches using your favorite Internet search engine. Also consider searching using keywords “legacy planning,” succession planning,” and “estate planning.”
- Local estate planning attorneys
- Local CPAs or tax attorneys
- Cooperative Extension staff
- Local landowner groups
- Certified foresters: the Finding a Forester page includes an overview of the types of foresters and the services they provide along with information on how to choose a forester, available here.
When seeking help from professionals, make sure they are qualified and have experience with forest landowners. To find individuals in your area, try keyword searches using your favorite Internet search engine. Also consider searching using keywords “legacy planning,” succession planning,” and “estate planning.”