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Let's face it: no one likes to think about their death. That is probably the primary reason so many Americans don't have a will; about 50% of us if the statistics are to be believed. Reasons abound from those who claim once they're dead, they won't care what happens...

The following article, written by Matt Mahoney, was published in the Columbus Jewish News on 6/25/24. While not new information, it does offer reinforcement of the need for everyone to draw up a will. Everyone. Read on for perspectives from folks he interviewed for...

An event many of us may be unprepared to handle is the sudden death of a loved one. It is one of the most difficult events in life to deal with. It can be almost paralyzing. Unfortunately, most of us will inevitably have to go through it. If this happens to you or a...

Sadly, this is another example of how loved ones, especially those of deceased celebrities, can fight tooth and nail over assets. Sometimes, like in the case of Michael Jackson, these disputes can drag on for years, often preventing any of the heirs from receiving...

The following are some general guidelines for your estate planning based on your age group. As we age, our goals and all that life brings can change. Where are you in your estate planning journey? In Your 20s and 30s: Even if you don't have much in the way of assets,...

The following article came to my attention, and I think you’ll find it interesting.  Written by Russell Steinberg, it appeared on Celebrity News on 5/31/24.  While Michael Jackson made a great effort to leave his affairs in good order with clear direction...

#1- I AM SINGLE AND DON'T OWN MUCH SO I DON'T NEED AN ESTATE PLAN   Many single folks believe because they don't have a house, kids, etc., they don't need to bother with a will or estate plan. Well, they should. They probably have parents or siblings. Maybe they...

It's June, the traditional month for weddings, which, of course, means the traditional month for the search for the perfect wedding gift. Gift registries have helped enormously, but if you're like me, it doesn't feel very personal to go online and order a few place...

I know many singles think that because they may not have a house or a family yet, estate planning can be postponed until they do. Not so. Not only should singles have an estate plan, but it is a little different from others. This is a good overview article from...