Posts tagged legacyplanning
Honor the Legacy You've Built—It's Worth Protecting

With Veterans Day approaching, we take a moment to honor the courageous men and women who served our country with steadfast dedication. Your service showed a deep commitment to safeguarding our nation’s future—now, let’s focus on securing your family’s future. Read more.

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Shelley Duvall’s Legacy: Estate Planning Lessons for Us All

Shelley Duvall, beloved for her iconic portrayal of Wendy Torrance in The Shining, has recently passed away at the age of 75. While her work will remain a timeless part of cinema history, her passing also brings to light some essential estate planning takeaways that we can all benefit from. Learn more about how her story can inform our approach to planning for the future. Read more.

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Debunking Common Misconceptions About Estate Planning

October 21-27 marks National Estate Planning Awareness Week—a perfect time to bring clarity to this often overlooked and misunderstood subject. Let’s dive in and explore why estate planning is essential for securing your future and protecting what matters most. Read more.

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The Power of Trusts in Legacy Planning: A Lesson from Matthew Perry's Estate Plan

When Matthew Perry, the beloved Friends star, passed away last year, the world grieved the loss of a comedic legend. But as details about his estate surfaced, an unexpected question arose: why did his wealth seem smaller than anticipated? Read more.

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Reflecting on Your Hard Work and Legacy This Labor Day

Labor Day is a great time to pause and appreciate all the effort you’ve invested in shaping your life. Your home, family, and career didn’t just happen—they’re the result of your dedication and hard work. Take a moment to reflect on everything you’ve built through your effort and commitment. Learn more.

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Exploring Celebrity Estate Plans: Part 3 of 4 - Jay Leno’s Situation is Serious Business

In the third part of our four-part celebrity series, we tackle a topic that often feels more daunting than death itself: incapacity. Discover the valuable lessons Jay Leno and his family offer about the necessity of being prepared for any eventuality. Read more.

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Exploring Celebrity Estate Plans: Part 1 of 4 - Michael Jackson

For some reason, we can’t resist a juicy celebrity story. Over the next few weeks, we’ll delve into the lives of four celebrities and examine how they planned for the inevitable—or failed to! This week, we're shining the spotlight on the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Read more.

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Cherish Freedom? Discover Why an Estate Plan is Your Personal Declaration of Independence

As you revel in the Fourth of July festivities, honoring freedom, independence, and the pursuit of happiness, take a moment to embrace the ultimate American liberty: the right to manage your own affairs, even beyond life or in times of incapacity. Read more.

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10 Essential Steps to Ensure a Comfortable Retirement: Part 1

Retirement marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in life, far beyond just the end of your working years. Thoughtful preparation and strategic planning are essential. During this Older Americans Awareness Month, discover five practical steps you can take now to ensure a comfortable and fulfilling retirement. Read more.

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Estate Planning Essentials for Caregivers of Individuals with Dementia - Part 2

This week, we progress our conversation on estate planning for a family member with dementia, emphasizing the need for increasingly proactive and strategic planning to prevent future disputes regarding your loved one's wishes. Continue reading to learn more…

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Want to Grow Wealth? Warren Buffet's Unexpected Investment Advice

If you are going to take investment and estate planning advice from anyone, Warren Buffett is likely one you want to consider. At this year’s Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholder meeting, Buffett shared several pieces of financial advice but also provided insights on the importance of personal growth and estate planning when seeking to grow wealth.  While many of us may feel overwhelmed by the thought of estate planning or building our wealth, Buffett's advice reminds us of two key but simple steps we can take to create financial and generational wealth.

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Why “Just a Will” Is Never Enough

When you think of estate planning, a Will is usually the first thing that comes to mind. In fact, most people who contact me tell me they don’t need anything complicated for their estate- just a Will. But although they are a key part of your estate plan, relying on only a Will leaves huge gaps in your estate and actually guarantees that your family will need to go to court when you die. Read more …

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Create a Stronger Blended Family Through Estate Planning

If you have a blended family, estate planning is critical if you want your loved ones to avoid court and conflict in the event you die or become incapacitated. But planning for your blended family is also a great opportunity to strengthen your family bond through open conversations about your wishes and goals for your family and the love you have for them. Read more here …

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4 Ways to Use AI to Make Life Easier for You and Your Family

AI technology is here, but don’t worry, you don’t need to be a techie to make AI work for you (or fear that it will lead to a revolution of Schwarzenegger-esque cyborgs). This week, I’m exploring 4 ways you can use AI language model software to make your family’s life easier. I’ll share real-world examples of the software in use, so you can free up more time for the things and people you love. Read it here…

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