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Time to Brush Up on Your Probate Etiquette
When a person dies, what happens next depends on whether the deceased person had any foundational estate planning documents such as a last will and ...
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Bills and Services to Cancel—and Keep—When a Loved One Dies
After a loved one’s passing, there are many tasks that must be dealt with. Settling a loved one’s accounts helps avoid unnecessary charges and protects ...
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Writing Your Own Obituary as an Addition to Your Estate Plan
An obituary can be a way to share your life story and communicate information about significant events and people, as well as important values you ...
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Important Questions Your Estate Planning Attorney Will Ask You
For many people, the thought of meeting with an estate planning attorney strikes fear into their hearts. It can be uncomfortable to even consider the ...
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Should I talk to my Family About My Estate Plan?
As with most everything, people have differing opinions as to whether you should talk to your loved ones about your estate plan. Communicating your plans ...
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WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO MY INITIAL CONSULTATION WITH AN ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY?
It is never too early to schedule your initial consultation with an estate planning attorney. First, you must ensure that you prepare the right documents ...
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YOUR VACATION CHECKLIST
You’ve packed sunblock and a beach novel. You’ve planned your itinerary and bought plane tickets. But have you ensured that your estate plan is up ...
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When You May Not Be Able to Use a Financial Power of Attorney
You may have signed a financial power of attorney (POA) that allows one or more people to act on your behalf if and when you ...
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Senior Falls: Facts and Helpful Hints
Proactively preparing for falls should be a vital part of your life, as the data on falls for older adults shows just how common these ...
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Infusing the Principles of Etiquette into Your Estate Plan
May was National Etiquette Month, and the goal is to encourage all people to act with consideration, respect, and honesty. Etiquette can also play a ...
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