A prenup can protect you when you remarry. A prenuptial agreement goes by several names. It is often called an antenuptial agreement, a premarital agreement, prenuptial contract, or simply a prenup. When you hear the word “prenup,” do you automatically think of the rich and famous? While there is certainly wisdom for those with large […]
Retirees may still benefit from life insurance. You have been in the workforce for decades and are now either in or nearing retirement. Your financial advisor and estate planning attorney recommended life insurance when you were younger. This made sense to you because you wanted to provide income (and "instant estate") for your spouse and […]
Having health care directives are important for incapacity planning. People often think they are invincible. Illnesses and injuries happen to other people. They will never happen to us or our loved ones. According to a recent The Times-Tribune article titled “Health care directive beneficial for anyone,” these beliefs can have big consequence for you and […]
Marriage age gaps make a difference in estate planning. Weddings are joyous occasions. For those who choose to celebrate their marriage surrounded by friends and family, weddings require a lot of preparation. Beyond the wedding itself, marriages require thoughtfulness and communication about a variety of topics. According to a recent Barron article titled “Couples with […]
Life insurance has several estate planning perks. Estate planning allows you protect your loved ones and provide for them. Although estate planning is important for those without children or spouses, it is critical for those with families. Those you leave behind have more at stake when you die. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled […]
Beneficiary designations take precedence over a last will and testament. When people think of creating or reviewing an estate plan, they often focus on the last will and testament. Although this document is certainly important, a narrow focus on a last will can lead to problems. There are other important aspects of incapacity and estate […]
There is no magic age for creating an estate plan. Perhaps you are reading this and are retired. Maybe you have just turned 18 and achieved legal status as an adult. You maybe you are somewhere in between. According to a recent Reality Biz News article titled “When is the right time to consider estate […]
Estate planning involves checking items off your to-do list. To-do lists are helpful in a variety of circumstances. They provide a visual representation of what you need to do and what you have already accomplished. Even so, your list is only as good as the items on it. According to a recent Spotlight News article […]
Estate planning is necessary for adult Americans. Adults have many responsibilities. They pay bills, go to work, and may even be caring for children or aging loved ones. In the midst of hectic schedules, it is all too easy to forget important tasks. According to a recent Big Easy Magazine article titled “Estate Planning Is […]
Blended families require special considerations, especially when it comes to estate planning. Blended families are common in America. Many adults get married and have children, then divorce and remarry. Some then lather, rinse, and repeat. Although common, remarriage creates more complex family systems. More complex family systems can be a nightmare without proper estates planning. […]
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