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How Labor Day Reminds Us That Life & Legacy Planning Is More Essential Than Ever
Labor Day has always been about honoring the American worker—the people who build our communities, power our economy, and create the foundation of our society. But this year, as we […]
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Nobody Prepared Me for This! The Reality of Inheriting Real Estate
You’ve just lost someone important to you, and now you’re responsible for their home. Maybe it’s sitting empty while you figure out what to do next. Maybe you’re planning to […]
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The Life-or-Death Decisions Your Family Shouldn’t Have to Make Alone
When you think about estate planning, you probably picture wills, trusts, and who gets what. But what happens when decisions are made about your body, without your full consent or […]
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What the Massive New Tax Bill Means for Your Family’s Financial Future
The massive tax legislation known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (“OBBB”) became law on July 4, 2025, brings sweeping changes that will affect nearly every American family. While much […]
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Life, Liberty, and Legacy: How Life & Legacy Planning Promotes Independence
Every Fourth of July, we celebrate more than fireworks and barbecues. We honor the bold vision of people who refused to accept the status quo and instead created a framework […]
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A Texas Mail Carrier’s Act of Love Shows Why Your Pets Need a Plan Too
When Ian Burke, a mail carrier from Destin, Texas, heard that Floyd—a 70-pound dog he’d befriended on his delivery route—had ended up in a shelter after his owner’s death, he […]
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Breaking the Cycle: How Life & Legacy Planning Protects Black Families’ Generational Wealth
The Hidden History of Wealth Destruction Understanding today’s wealth gap requires acknowledging the deliberate policies that prevented Black families from accumulating assets, going back centuries. The Homestead Act of 1862 […]
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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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Beyond Remembrance: How Memorial Day Can Inspire Leaving Your Own Legacy
Memorial Day isn’t just about barbeques or pool parties. It’s a day to collectively pause and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom […]
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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 […]
