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Do Not Forget Fido: What to Know About Including Pets in Your Will

Did you know about 85 million families own a pet in the United States? It is no wonder that with so many fur babies people are looking at ways to make sure their pets are taken care of in case of sudden death. A common question from pet owners can you include pets in your will? What […]

Living Trusts vs Wills: What is the Difference And What is Best for You?

You have worked hard to secure your future and those of the people you love. You want to control what happens to your assets after you die. There are several approaches to making sure your assets are dispersed consistently with your requests. Maybe you have heard of these two legal instruments, but no one ever […]

Dying without a Will: What Happens to Your Family and Your Estate?

You might not want to think about your mortality, but getting your affairs in order may be more important than you think. No matter how big or small your assets, whether you’re single or married, or even whether or not you have children, it’s essential that you have a will that designates what happens to your money […]

The Advice for Writing a Will That Everyone Should Follow

You do not know what is going to happen tomorrow. Because of that, you should not put off writing your will until your “old age.” This advice is especially true if you have children. If you were to pass away unexpectedly, what would happen to your kids? If you have a Last Will and Testament, you can […]

It’s Not a Male Thing: Why Married and Single Women Need a Will

As you become an adult, one question you may have is “who needs a will?”. The answer is everyone! Everybody dies and almost no-one knows when. It is a common misconception that only certain people need wills. Every woman (and every man) should have their end of life documents ready and handy, regardless of their […]

Aretha Franklin Did Not Leave a Will

Many of us were saddened by the news that we lost a great singer, Aretha Franklin, on August 16, 2018. She was known as the “Queen of Soul” and her family saw her as the rock of their family. Aretha Franklin died at the age of 76 after fighting advanced pancreatic cancer. What may be […]

Celebrate Your Military Family, Improve Your Military Will

Celebrate Your Military Family By Improving Your Military Will

There’s an old military adage that says, “No good plan survives engagement.” While this quote’s timelessness must lend credit to its applicability in battle, it transcends its martial roots and applies equally as well to law. Especially Estate Law. Take for instance the idea of a Last Will and Testament. A Will is probably the […]

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Estate Planning: A Key Baby Boomer Family Value!

If you were born between 1946 and 1955, you are considered to be a “Baby Boomer.” If you are a Baby Boomer do not already have an estate plan established, you need one for your own sake and for your family’s. So, what is an estate plan and why is it important? In this article, […]

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Getting Ready for Spring Break and More with a Family Protection Plan

What If...Getting Ready for Spring Break and More!

Spring break is coming up fast! And it truly is an exciting time of year, filled with both the promise of spring and brief glimpses of Summer. With the brief pre-summer respite, families across America are going to be planning short trips, family outings, and the occasional “stay-cation!” Whether your plans for spring break include […]

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How Becoming Incapacitated Can Affect Your Family

If you should become incapacitated at some point in your life, you can bet it will be both very scary and stressful for you and your family. Becoming incapacitated and unable to take care of your affairs, does not mean that you do not have a plan or say in your care and finances though. […]

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