What Happens To Your Social Media Account When You Die?
Ever wondered what happens to your social media accounts after you pass away? Each social media platform has its own rules, so understanding these options is essential for managing your digital accounts responsibly. Read more…
Why Estate Planning Is the Best Use of Your Tax Refund
So you got a tax refund this year. Hooray! While you may be tempted to spend it on a vacation, or put it away for a rainy day, there’s an even better way to put that refund to work for you: estate planning. Here’s why.
Navigating the World of Cryptocurrency: A Guide for Parents and Teens
In an era where digital innovation shapes every aspect of our lives, it's no surprise that our teenagers are drawn to the allure of cryptocurrency. But before they venture into these waters, parents should be prepared to help them navigate this new world.
April Fools! How DIY Wills and Trusts Offer a False Sense of Security … and May Leave Your Family With an Expensive Mess
Do-it-yourself Wills and Trusts are all over the internet, with promises of saving you money and protecting your loved ones after you’re gone. But don’t be fooled! They’re often way more trouble than they’re worth.
PARENTS, STEP-PARENTS AND CHILDREN, OH MY! BLENDED FAMILIES + DEATH = A POTENTIAL NIGHTMARE
This week we look at a real-life cautionary tale about what can happen in any blended family when the parents leave decisions about their children’s care and inheritance up to their surviving spouse and the state’s laws.
Till Death or Divorce: Why You Need to Plan Now for Your Relationship’s End
Whether it’s a breakup, divorce, or the death of a loved one, every relationship eventually comes to an end. Whether you have planned for that ending or not will have a real impact on you, your partner, and your assets.
3 Estate Planning Documents Your Parents Need Right Now
As your parents navigate their golden years, ensuring their peace of mind (and yours!) becomes a top priority. To make sure your parents can always get the help they need, make sure they have these 3 documents in place right now.
Think Your Kids Will Automatically Be Cared For In the Way You Want? They Might Not Be Unless You Do This
Many assume that in the event of their untimely passing, their children will automatically be cared for and inherit their assets. However, the reality is far more complex and potentially unsettling.
Let's unpack why relying on assumptions alone could leave your children's future in uncertain hands.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INCLUDING DIGITAL ASSETS IN YOUR ESTATE PLAN—PART 2
Recent advances in digital technology have made many aspects of our lives exponentially easier and more convenient. But at the same time, digital technology has also created some serious complications when it comes to estate planning. In fact, if you haven’t properly addressed your digital assets in your estate plan, there’s a good chance that most of those assets will be lost forever when you die.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INCLUDING DIGITAL ASSETS IN YOUR ESTATE PLAN—PART 1
Recent advances in digital technology have made many aspects of our lives exponentially easier and more convenient. But at the same time, digital technology has also created some serious complications when it comes to estate planning. In fact, if you haven’t properly addressed your digital assets in your estate plan, there’s a good chance that most of those assets will be lost forever when you die.
Want to Show Your Partner How Much You Love Them? Put Them In Your Will
In this blog, we'll explore why adding your partner to your Will and estate plan isn’t just a romantic gesture but the ultimate act of love.
This Change to The FAFSA Rules Could Help Your Grandkids Qualify for More Student Aid
Want to contribute to your grandchild’s future college education? Changes to the FAFSA rules now make it easier than ever.
3 WAYS TO BENEFIT BY INCORPORATING CHARITABLE GIVING INTO YOUR ESTATE PLAN
You are likely well aware of the tax benefits that come from donating to charity during your lifetime—donations to charity are tax-deductible. But you may be surprised to learn about the numerous benefits that are available when you incorporate charitable giving into your estate plan.
THE REAL COST TO YOUR FAMILY OF FAILED ESTATE PLANNING: RELYING ON A WILL ALONE
In our view, a primary goal of estate planning is to keep your family out of court and out of conflict no matter what happens to you. Yet with only a will in place, your plan can fall woefully short of that goal, leaving your loved ones—and yourself, if you become incapacitated—susceptible to getting stuck in an unnecessary, expensive, time-consuming, and public court process. Learn why having just a will is not enough…
THE REAL COST TO YOUR FAMILY OF FAILED ESTATE PLANNING: NOT PLANNING FOR INCAPACITY
Discover the often-overlooked but crucial world of incapacity planning in estate management.