When your children turn 18 they are legal adults. They might not act like adults all of the time,...
If Your Children Have Turned 18, They Need Their Own Legal Documents
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Be Sure to Fund Your Revocable Living Trust.
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What’s Not to Like About an I Love You Will? Plenty.
An “I Love You Will” is a last will and testament in which the testator—the person who makes the...
A New Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease and the Controversy Surrounding It
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug purported to slow the progress of...
A Change to the Rules Governing Reverse Mortgages Provides Greater Protection for Non-Borrowing Spouses
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Tips for a Successful Family Business Succession
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Estate Planning for Second Marriages
Second marriages can present unique challenges when it comes to estate planning, particularly if...
Myths and Misconceptions about Probate
Simply put, probate is a legal process for settling debts and distributing assets after a person...
Should You Be Concerned About Changes to the Step-up in Basis?
Whenever a new president takes office, “discussions” about taxes are sure to follow. During his...