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Pride Month & Planning: Securing a Legacy That Lasts
As Pride Month begins, we celebrate the progress made toward equality while acknowledging that LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families still face unique legal challenges. Despite the landmark decision in Obergefell […]
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The Missing Will Mystery: How Zappos CEO’s Estate Chaos Could Have Been Avoided
Imagine this: You’ve built a business empire worth hundreds of millions of dollars, transformed a city’s downtown area, and touched countless lives with your vision and generosity. Then, unexpectedly, you […]
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Why Business Owners Deserve More Than an Easy or Cheap Estate Plan
Picture this: you’ve just set up your estate plan using a quick and easy online DIY form or a budget-friendly legal service. Or, maybe your financial advisor drafted it for […]
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The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025: What It Could Mean for You and Your Loved Ones
Have you ever worked your entire life to build something valuable, only to worry about a significant portion being taken away after your death, and before it gets to the […]
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10 Guardian Mistakes That Could Put Your Kids at Risk (And How to Do It Right)
The 10 Common Mistakes Parents Make When Choosing Guardians 1) Thinking a Will is Enough A will is essential, but it only kicks in *after* you’re gone. It doesn’t cover […]
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The $700 Million Mistake: Why an Asset Inventory Is an Essential Part of Your Estate Plan
Imagine accidentally throwing away $700 million. While it sounds like the plot of a movie, this nightmare scenario has become a reality for James Howells, a computer engineer from Wales, […]
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Beyond the FDIC Safety Net: Protecting Your Cash When Your Savings Exceed Insurance Limits
Imagine this: You’ve spent decades carefully saving money, building a comfortable nest egg that represents years of hard work and discipline. One morning, you’re sipping coffee and browsing the news […]
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Til Death Do Us Part? Why Unmarried Couples Must Have An Estate Plan That Works For the People They Love
Love in the 21st century takes many forms, and for a growing number of couples, “forever” doesn’t always include a marriage license. While a deeply personal choice, being unmarried adds […]
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The Unexpected Challenges of Being an Estate Executor
When someone asks you to be the executor of their estate, it might seem like a straightforward responsibility – distribute assets according to their will and handle some paperwork. However, […]
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Matthew Perry’s Estate Plan Demonstrates the Benefits of Trusts
When Matthew Perry, the beloved star of Friends, passed away last year, the world mourned the loss of a comedic icon. However, as details of his estate began to emerge, a curious puzzle presented itself: why did he seem to have less money than you’d expect?
