Linda's Guide to Leaving a Legacy
Estate Planning Pop Quiz
Test your estate planning knowledge with this quick quiz covering decision-makers, intestacy laws, and the difference between wills and trusts. Learn what your answers mean ...
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Back-to-School Season: The Ideal Time for Grandparents to Plan for Their Family’s Future
As the excitement of a new school year begins, it’s not just the kids and parents who are planning ahead—grandparents have a unique opportunity to ...
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Beware of Bad Estate Planning Advice:
Why Adding Others to Your Accounts Can Create a Disaster Recently, advice was shared suggesting that seniors should add their personal representatives directly to bank ...
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Things to Know When Planning for an Addicted Loved One
It has been said that the only thing harder than being an addict is loving one. Having someone in your life who struggles with substance ...
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What You Can Learn from the Leno Conservatorship Proceedings
When most people think about estate planning, they usually focus on what will happen when they die. They typically do not consider what will happen ...
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Estate Planning: 3 Reasons We Run the Other Way
It can be hard to get motivated about your estate planning; it sounds about as fun as getting a root canal. However, you also probably ...
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What Can I Not Do as Grantor and Trustee of a Revocable Living Trust?
Wills and living trusts both direct the distribution of your assets to beneficiaries after you die. However, a revocable living trust offers added flexibility and ...
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WHAT DOES FUNDING A TRUST MEAN?
Funding a trust refers to the process of transferring assets into the ownership of a trust. Trusts are legal arrangements where assets are managed by ...
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Planning for the Future: Honoring Our Military Heroes
As we step into the Memorial Day weekend, we not only welcome the warmth of spring but also the opportunity to express our deepest gratitude ...
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A Legacy of Law: My Daughter’s Graduation Journey
As an estate planning attorney, I’ve dedicated my career to helping families secure their futures and protect their legacies. Yet, amidst the legal intricacies and ...
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Planning Ahead: Making Sure Your Loved Ones Are Taken Care Of
In a world where life can take unexpected turns, having a plan in place for your assets and loved ones is crucial. Estate planning isn’t ...
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What to Do with a Loved One’s Used Medical Equipment
Family members charged with clearing out the deceased’s home may unwittingly find themselves in control of left-behind medical items. Nobody in the family may have ...
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April 16 – National Healthcare Decisions Day: A Personal Call to Action
On National Healthcare Decisions Day, I found myself reflecting on the significance of such a day in a deeply personal way. It’s not just another ...
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WHAT DOES FUNDING A TRUST MEAN?
Funding a trust refers to the process of transferring assets into the ownership of a trust. Trusts are legal arrangements where assets are managed by ...
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How Much Authority Does a Trustee Have Over the Stuff in My Trust?
A trustee is a person or entity responsible for managing and administering your trust according to your instructions and following state law. They are considered ...
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The Importance of Professional Guidance in Estate and Trust Administration
In my practice, I’ve encountered numerous cases where individuals attempted to manage their estate and trust administration independently, only to realize later that they had ...
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HELP – I LOST MY ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS, WHAT DO I DO?
If you lose your original estate planning documents, such as your will, trust documents, powers of attorney, or healthcare directives, it’s generally advisable to take ...
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MARCH IS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH
National Nutrition Month and estate planning might not seem directly related, but they both contribute to overall well-being and ensure a healthy future. Here’s how ...
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Who Needs An Estate Plan?
People often ask me how old a person should be or how much money they should have to need an estate plan. My answer is ...
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Can You Believe It’s Already March?!
Estate planning is an essential aspect of financial management that individuals should consider regardless of the time of year. March is an excellent time to ...
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