How Does a Will Work After Death?

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What is a Last Will and Testament? “Every estate plan should include three essential documents: a durable general power of attorney, a healthcare power of …

What Kind of Trust Is Right for You?

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Understanding Trusts: A Brief Overview“Estate planning is a crucial part of any holistic financial plan, and financial advisors often work with estate planning attorneys for …

Do I Need to Update My Estate Plan?

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“Even though it is critical for your assets, family and legacy, estate planning tends to fall to the bottom of people’s to-do lists. What new …

How Does Probate Work?

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The Importance of Understanding Probate and Wills“There is a general understanding that every adult should have a last will and testament. However, for most people, …

What Are Typical Estate Planning Documents?

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Essential Estate Planning Documents Overview“If you want loved ones to remember you fondly, tackle your estate planning tasks. Your heirs will thank you for not …

Don’t Overlook Key Parts of Estate Plan

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“During the past four months, more than 141,000 Americans have died of COVID-19. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the pandemic has prompted some people to get …

Why Everyone Needs an Estate Plan

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The Importance of Estate Planning“If you think of estate planning as something only ultra-wealthy people need to do, you’re not alone. That’s a common misconception.”Estate …

Estate Planning Is a Gift and a Legacy for Loved Ones

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“Talking about death makes most of us uncomfortable, so we don’t plan for it. That’s a big mistake, because if you don’t have an end-of-life …

‘Siegfried & Roy’ Star Roy Horn Named Siegfried His Executor

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The late ‘Siegfried & Roy’ star, Roy Horn, named lifelong friend and performance partner, Siegfried Fischbacher as the executor of his multi-million-dollar estate, according to …

Keeping Yourself and Loved Ones Safe During the Pandemic

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“Seniors are especially at risk during the coronavirus pandemic. The numbers are shocking.” The numbers are frightening, especially for those over 80. By the time …