In the world of estate planning, the battles people expect are over sprawling properties, trust funds, and priceless heirlooms. Yet time and again, the fiercest, most emotional fights erupt over something worth less than the price of a nice dinner. That something? A sentimental keepsake—often a $20 piece of jewelry, trinket, or household item with no real market value but immense emotional weight.
These items carry the stories, memories, and personal history that money can’t replace. And when ownership isn’t crystal clear, the fallout can be shocking.
