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Fall is a season of change. As the weather gets cooler and the leaves on the trees start to change color, it’s a reminder that winter is around the corner. You may be refreshing your winter attire or making plans for the winter season. In the same way you adjust for a new season, you […]Continue reading
Proper legacy planning could be one of the greatest gifts you give your loved ones. However, you may be delaying the process of creating an estate plan because you’re thinking, “Where do I start?” Below are key questions you should be asking about your estate plan. Have You Created Your Will? A will is often […]Continue reading
An estate plan is your opportunity to indicate how you want your property, belongings, and financial assets distributed after you die. Without a written plan, you leave these personal choices up to state law and probate courts. An estate plan is more than just a will Designates durable powers of attorney to watch over […]Continue reading
When your time comes, will you feel comfortable with who receives your estate and how the process is managed? Would it be prudent to place restrictions on how the gift is received? When planning an estate, inheritance is a privilege, not a right. How will your estate best be distributed? If you have children, should […]Continue reading
It’s no surprise that couples disagree throughout their marriage. For the most part, those differences can be resolved relatively quickly, but common ground can feel very far off when it comes to estate planning. A few critical considerations can influence how you select and communicate your intentions to your beneficiaries. Moreover, the spectrum of complexities […]Continue reading
Many wealth advisors suggest their clients don’t have a long-term care plan in place. Yet, people ages 65 and older currently have a 70% chance of needing long-term care services, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It’s advisable to start preparing for long-term care costs between ages 40 – 50. But […]Continue reading
Wills and trusts are both estate-planning tools that can help ensure your assets are protected and bequeathed to your heirs. However, the transfer process becomes more involved when passing wealth to a subsequent generation. We highly recommend consulting with a legal advisor since both of these are legal documents and there are a number of state-specific requirements […]Continue reading
“Shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations.” The saying is true, and the cycle is real. As the expression indicates, after the buying, the building, and the selling, there’s rarely anything left of a family’s wealth for the fourth generation. Multi-generational planning focuses on breaking that cycle by allowing your heirs to have the knowledge […]Continue reading
Many families have plans to give their children and grandchildren financial gifts when they die, but it might make sense to gift earlier. Making financial gifts during your lifetime can significantly impact their lives, sometimes when they need it most. It also provides you with the benefit of seeing your loved ones enjoy your gifts. […]Continue reading
For many, owning a business is the American dream come true, and making management decisions that grow your business brings about well-deserved feelings of accomplishment. Playing devil’s advocate here—did you decide to use any of your cash flow to fund your retirement investments? According to CNBC, 78% of small-business owners plan to sell their […]Continue reading
