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Myths and Frequently Asked Questions Reasons to Avoid Probate
Question 1: What is probate? Probate is the process by which a court validates the authenticity of a deceased person’s will; appoints a personal representative; ...
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Legal Perils of Joint Ownership between Unmarried Couples
Cohabitation without marriage is becoming more common in the United States. When you live with a romantic partner, it may feel as though you share ...
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Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies
Losing a loved one can be overwhelming especially the first couple of weeks after your loved one passes away; it is important to keep in ...
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Happy Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is a special time when couples and families express their love and appreciation for each other. One way to show your love is ...
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Myths and Frequently Asked Questions – Standalone Retirement Trust
Myth: Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) are exempt assets in bankruptcy. Fact: The federal Bankruptcy Code protects up to $1 million of assets (adjusted for inflation ...
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Wills vs. Trusts: In Plain English
Everyone has heard of wills and trusts, but most are “fuzzy” about the difference between them as they are rooted in complicated, centuries-old law. Let’s ...
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Important Milestones You Can Incorporate in Your Estate Plan
Life is full of contingencies. While some outcomes are relatively certain, other events are more difficult to predict. This uncertainty can create estate planning challenges. ...
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Estate Planning Issues for the Modern Family
As the name suggests, ABC’s TV show Modern Family depicts the relationships and experiences between a fictional extended family. Throughout the course of the series, ...
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Legal Perils of Gifts between Unmarried Couples
Gifts that are given purely out of affection can create unintended consequences. This includes gift taxes and the relinquishing of control over the gift once ...
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