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What Not to Include in Your Estate Plan

What Not to Include in Your Estate Plan

POSTED ON: November 26, 2024 BY: April
Estate planning is about ensuring your family's future security and preserving your legacy. However, not all assets are worth passing on. Some can become burdens rather than blessings for your heirs. Here are six assets you might want to reconsider leaving behind—and how to address them effectively. 1. Timeshares: A Gift or a Burden? While […]
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Updating Your Will When and How to Make Changes

Updating Your Will When and How to Make Changes

POSTED ON: November 25, 2024 BY: April
A last will and testament is a critical legal document for distributing assets like investments, real estate, and personal property after death. While it serves as the cornerstone of an estate plan once signed and executed, life circumstances may lead to changes in how you want your assets managed or distributed. One method for making […]
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Sandwich Generation: Why It’s Time to Prioritize Estate Planning

Sandwich Generation: Why It’s Time to Prioritize Estate Planning

POSTED ON: November 22, 2024 BY: April
Those born between 1965 and 1980 often find themselves in the unique position of being the “sandwich generation,” balancing the responsibilities of supporting older children and caring for aging parents. While retirement may seem distant, planning for the future is essential, as highlighted in a recent Kiplinger article, “Come as You Are: Wealth Management for […]
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Preserving Wealth Through Comprehensive Estate Planning

Preserving Wealth Through Comprehensive Estate Planning

POSTED ON: November 21, 2024 BY: April
Without a carefully crafted estate plan, your hard-earned wealth may be vulnerable to taxes, administrative costs, or disputes among heirs—issues that can escalate into costly and emotionally draining legal battles. An updated estate plan not only adapts to evolving tax laws but also ensures your wealth is preserved and smoothly transferred across generations. A recent […]
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Protecting Your Family’s Inheritance Are Trusts the Solution?

Protecting Your Family’s Inheritance Are Trusts the Solution?

POSTED ON: November 20, 2024 BY: April
When creating a plan to secure your family's future, ensuring that your loved ones' inheritance is protected from creditors is likely a top priority. Many people assume that establishing a revocable living trust will provide the necessary protection. However, while these trusts are excellent tools for avoiding probate and ensuring smooth distribution of assets, they […]
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Your Guide to Estate Planning for Adoptive Families

Your Guide to Estate Planning for Adoptive Families

POSTED ON: November 19, 2024 BY: April
Adopting a child from another country is a beautiful journey that brings love, growth, and new responsibilities. While it’s easy to focus on the present joys of parenting, planning for the future is just as important. For families with internationally adopted children, estate planning isn’t just about the usual paperwork; it’s about creating security, honoring […]
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Why Millennials Should Consider Estate Planning

Why Millennials Should Consider Estate Planning

POSTED ON: November 18, 2024 BY: April
One family fondly refers to their mother’s comprehensive blue binder as “Mom’s Book of Life.” Inside, she has organized important estate planning documents, medical directives, account details, passwords, and a complete list of assets. While her adult children initially dismissed this as unnecessary for themselves, a recent Wall Street Journal article, “I’m Way Too Young […]
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Estate Planning for Blended Families Ensuring Everyone’s Future

Estate Planning for Blended Families: Ensuring Everyone’s Future

POSTED ON: November 15, 2024 BY: April
Blended families are increasingly common, but merging two families often presents unique financial and legal challenges. From managing assets to updating wills, planning for a blended family’s future requires careful thought. An article from Kiplinger, “How to Navigate Finances as a Blended Family,” offers key insights for those creating an estate plan to meet the […]
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Peace of Mind for Your Family Key Documents for End-of-Life Planning

Peace of Mind for Your Family: Key Documents for End-of-Life Planning

POSTED ON: November 14, 2024 BY: April
Without a proper plan, the challenges of incapacity or passing can create unexpected burdens for loved ones, leaving them to handle legal and financial issues amid the grief of loss. Planning ahead can ease these burdens and secure the legacy you want to leave behind. A recent article from Twin Cities Pioneer Press, titled “Your […]
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Creating a Lasting Legacy Estate Planning for Farms

Creating a Lasting Legacy: Estate Planning for Family Farms

POSTED ON: November 13, 2024 BY: April
Family farms carry deep traditions, symbolizing years of hard work, resilience, and commitment to the land. For many families, ensuring the farm remains in the family is a priority—but the reality is that only a small fraction of farms successfully transition to future generations. Thoughtful estate planning is essential to ensure a seamless transfer, preserve […]
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