Many people believe common myths about estate planning. All cultures around the world have myths. Some of these involve stories of heroes, villains, and supernatural creatures. Others involve pithy phrases or offer solutions to common ailments. Although some of these myths are fairly harmless, others can have dire consequences. According to a recent The Street […]
Lisa Marie Presley left behind a family legacy at her death. Most people live their lives in relative obscurity. Others are household names from the time of their birth. The latter was true of Lisa Marie Presley. According to a recent NME article titled “Lisa Marie Presley’s children to inherit Graceland estate,” being the daughter […]
Rapper Coolio died without an estate plan. Many celebrities die without preparing for the transfer of their wealth. When this happens, it can leave their estates vulnerable to taxes and even greedy folks wanting to cash in on their wealth. One recent celebrity who died without an estate plan was Artis Leon Ivey, Jr. who […]
Failing to name a life insurance beneficiary can cause significant problems. The end of one year and the start of another year is often a time to reflect on the past and plan for the future. People often reminisce about happy memories and hard losses. These reflections can inform the goals people make for the […]
Serving as a guardian is a significant responsibility. Estate planning is important at any life stage. Each stage has its own specific concerns to be addressed. Young adults must prioritize agents to make medical and financial decisions for them in the event of incapacity. Older seniors must consider how to best pass what remains of […]
Estate planning needs vary according to age and life stage. People change throughout their lives. Perhaps you have noticed this. Not only do we grow physically from infancy to adulthood, but new goals and priorities also develop. These influence choices within various areas over our lifespans. According to a recent The Seattle Times article titled […]
Social Security benefits may not be guaranteed to those conceived through in vitro after death. Many couples have fertility trouble. When getting pregnant naturally is not an option, many seek other avenues. Some choose adoption. Others commonly choose in vitro fertilization. According to a recent The Free Press article titled “Courts Ponder Benefits In Florida […]
Taking steps to create a successful estate plan will pay off. Many people enjoy knowing exactly what they need to do before taking the required steps to accomplish something. In many cases, it is comforting to know what is expected. Without clear directions, the fear of doing something wrong paralyzes them. I know I feel […]
Talking with aging parents about estate planning is uncomfortable but necessary. People often avoid unpleasant conversations about various "elephants" in the room. Although avoiding an "elephant" can make everyone in the room feel less anxious in the moment, the relief is temporary when the elephant begins to move about. Unfortunately, "elephant avoidance" among family members […]
Minor children are a vulnerable population. Children need trustworthy and caring adults in their lives. Even adolescents who just want to be independent rely on others for food, safety, shelter, love, and guidance. Often these "others" are the parents of the children, but not always. According to a recent The News-Enterprise article titled “Children need […]
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