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Covid 19- The Hidden Blessings
March 2020… What we are all going through is too surreal for words! As scary as this virus is, it is so incredibly heartwarming to see our community come together. Yes, there was a run on toilet paper and other goods, but we have seen so so many selfless offers...
False Security: Is Your Will Legally Valid?
A last will and testament can ensure your wishes are respected when you die. But if your will isn’t legally valid, those wishes might not actually be carried out, and instead the laws of “intestate succession” would apply, meaning that the state decides who gets your...
False Security: Is Your Will Legally Valid?
A last will and testament can ensure your wishes are respected when you die. But if your will isn’t legally valid, those wishes might not actually be carried out, and instead the laws of “intestate succession” would apply, meaning that the state decides who gets your...
Kobe Bryant’s Untimely Death Highlights the Vital Need for Estate Planning at All Ages
As you no doubt already know, on January 26, 2020, basketball legend Kobe Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash on a wooded hillside 30 miles north of Los Angeles. Also killed in the tragic accident was his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, and seven other passengers,...
Pet Trusts Offer Protection for Your Furry Family
If you’re an animal lover and have a pet of your own, you most likely consider your pet to be a member of the family. Especially because your furry friends can provide protection, emotional support, and unconditional love, such consideration is often well deserved....
I Don’t Have Kids, So Why Do I Need Estate Planning?—Part 2
Last week, we shared the first part of our series on the importance of estate planning for those without children. If you haven’t read it yet, you can do so here. Here in part two, we discuss the other risks involved for those who forego estate planning. Someone Will...
Make Sure Your Kids Sign These Documents Before They Leave for College
Now that high school graduation has passed, many parents are preparing to watch their children become adults (at least in the eyes of the law) and leave home to pursue their education and career goals. Turning 18, graduating high school, and moving out is a huge...
I Don’t Have Kids, So Why Do I Need Estate Planning?—Part 1
It's a common misconception to think that if you don’t have children, you don’t need to worry about estate planning. But the fact is, it can be even MORE important to do estate planning if you have no children. Some of the common thoughts behind this mistaken belief...