In my regularly updated blog, I discuss topics such as why everyone needs an estate plan regardless of income, what happens when someone passes away without a plan in place, what common mistakes people make, and why your plan should be updated regularly. Review these posts to familiarize yourself with the basics of estate planning, then contact me to schedule a complimentary Legal Strategy Session.
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Do I Need A Living Will And A Healthcare Power Of Attorney?Do I need a living will? Is it different than a healthcare power of attorney? These are common questions for your estate plan.
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Talking About Your Will With Your Husband or WifeTalking about your will is an important first step to get your planning in place for your future for your spouse and your children.
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Friday Facts: A Quick Primer on How to Own Your Real EstateReal estate provides a variety of ownership options for you. You should discuss your options with your attorney and financial advisor.
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Election Year Wealth Transfer Strategies – Part 2 (Trusts)Election year brings with it the chance to do some pre-planning for 2021 and possible changes in our government. Today's topics focus on trusts.
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Friday Facts: 13 Estate Planning Terms You Need to KnowEstate planning is filled with terms that can be intimidating and sound confusing, but really aren't. Here's a quick look at 13 terms you should know.
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Wealth Transfer Strategies to Consider in an Election Year – Part 1Wealth transfer strategies in advance of the election may not be the first thing on your mind when you vote, but you shouldn't ignore them either.
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Ric Ocasek: Another Celebrity Estate Hits the Newswire...Unlike many of the other estates of famous individuals who have been in the news, Ric Ocasek had an estate plan, but his wife isn't happy about it.
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Has it Really Been 2 Years Since You Signed Your Will?If it's been 2 years since you signed your will, now is a good time to make changes. Using a codicil, you don't need to re-write everything in your will.
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Planning for College: Do You Have a Healthcare Power of Attorney?Planning for college is crazier than normal. But one thing that is especially important is a healthcare power of attorney before you leave for campus.
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If I am Divorced, Do I Need to Worry About My Ex Inheriting From Me?Divorced people are often worried about whether their ex will be able to inherit from them after they've died and what they need to do about it.
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Tom Petty's Music Caught Up In Disputes Between His Wife and DaughtersLike Prince and Aretha Frankling before him, it seems that Tom Petty's estate is back in the news because of disputes between his wife and daughters.
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Read This Before You Sign That Prenup!We are drawing closer to the summer wedding season and now is the time to start thinking about whether you need a prenup before you get married.