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  It’s a New Year and the start of a new decade. I love the start of a new year and all of the excitement from setting goals. It’s a fresh start for you to achieve the things you have been putting off.  If you are like most young families, perhaps one of those things...

Estate planning is not just about what happens to your stuff when you pass. It is about coordinating all aspects of your life so (i) you can be taken care of during times when you are unable to care for yourself, and (ii) your money and property are distributed to the...

Everyone needs estate planning. Regardless of your age, race, gender, or sexual orientation, properly protecting your future and your loved ones requires a plan. For LGBTQ couples, there are a few things you should consider when thinking about crafting an estate plan....

If no estate planning has been done, the court will have to be involved. In the event the someone becomes incapacitated, the family will have to petition the court to appoint a person to make financial decisions on the client’s behalf. The court will also have to...

According to a 2019 survey carried out by Caring.com, 57% of adults in the United States have not prepared any estate planning documents such as a will or trust despite the fact that 76% viewed them as important. Many of the respondents said this was due to...

Estate planning can be a very difficult process. While it’s not brain surgery, making the decision to move forward with the planning requires us to face the fact that we will not live forever. This thought can stop many people right in their tracks. Others talk...

Myth: Owning all of your assets jointly means that you do not need an estate plan because the survivor will automatically own everything as a matter of law.Fact: While it is true that the survivor will automatically own 100% of jointly owned assets, this strategy does...

Estate Planning Discussion Areas to Cover:Basic Level:Explain that estate planning documents have been prepared.Discuss where the estate planning documents can be found in the event they are needed (at your incapacity or death).If you have minor children, have...

You May Not Think You Need a Will, But You Really Do.Most Americans do not have a simple will as part of their estate plan. You might believe that a will is only for the rich and famous, and not the average person who has a far smaller net worth. On the other hand,...