Jul 15, 2026

22. Why You Should Keep an Inheritance Separate

Today on Bar Essentials, Ed Brundick discusses an important step many people overlook after receiving an inheritance. While an inheritance is generally considered separate property, depositing those funds into a joint account or using them for shared expenses can unintentionally convert them into marital assets. Ed explains why keeping inherited funds in a separate account can help protect your financial future, preserve the intentions of the loved one who left the gift, and reduce potential legal complications involving divorce, creditors, or estate planning.

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