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Estate Planning 101: Don’t Make These Celebrity Mistakes
Anyone, even celebrities, can fail estate planning 101. The estates of many celebrities are ten times bigger in net worth compared to those left behind by regular folks. For instance, singer and…
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Special Needs Adult Children: Trusts and What You Need to Know
Having a special needs adult child can present some unique challenges. Making sure that he or she has the proper care, via special needs trusts and other methods, is both a legal…
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Caring for Your Special Needs Child/Adult If There Is an Emergency
Caring for your special needs child or adult includes special considerations and needed preparation in the event of an emergency. You should be proactive to provide the most complete support possible. If…
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What Exactly Does a Special Needs Trust Do?
Having a child with a disability is a special source of concern for many, especially when faced with the dilemma of passing away and leaving no one to care for that child.…
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Everyone Needs a Will: Even If You Think It’s Too Late!
Does every single person need a will? Yes, everyone should have a will or some other legal estate plan in place. A comprehensive will or trust doesn’t just address your estate, it…
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Important Facts About Divorce and Estate Planning
Divorce is a complicated, emotional and challenging time for any couple. It is important that you understand your options and priorities during this tough time. An experienced attorney can help you through…
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Estate Planning Questions and Cases That Need a Probate Lawyer
What is probate? A lot of people have heard about it, but only a few fully understand it. To give you a better picture, I have prepared some basic answers to common…
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Why Does the Probate Process in the United States Take so Long?
The Probate Process: Probate is a legal process that takes place after someone dies if he or she passes away without an estate plan or with only a Last Will in place. …
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Facts About Do It Yourself Wills
In the day and age of the Internet and do it yourself videos, you may be tempted to create your Will yourself. While a do it yourself Will is preferable to having…
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What are 4 of the Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes?
Here are 4 of the most common estate planning mistakes you can make. 1. Not having an estate plan. About 50% of Americans don’t have any estate planning documents. Obviously I have…
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10 Common Questions About the Probate Process in Arizona
Benjamin Franklin is credited with coining the phrase that the only things certain in the world are death and taxes. This saying has stood the test of time, because it’s true. Dissolving…
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Advance Medical Directives: Facts About Medical Living Wills And Powers of Attorney
Advance medical directives, also known as advance healthcare directives, began to be developed in the United States in the 1960s and are now a standard part of estate planning. These legal documents…
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