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Do you have an autistic child who is about to celebrate his or her 18th birthday? If so, there's more reason to fear than celebrate. Now that he or she is legally an adult, you aren't in as strong of a position to protect him or her from the rest of the world. Because...
Former president Dwight D. Eisenhower once said, “Plans are nothing; planning is everything.” Financial planning can be a crucial component to alleviating stress on your loved ones upon your passing or incapacity. One of the biggest stressors when...
Do you have the medical power of attorney for your mother, father or another relative who is in a nursing home? If so, there's a tremendous amount of responsibility lying on you. You could be the only person able to stop any abuse or neglect that's going on. When a...
Most people who die behind bars after decades of incarceration have little to bequeath anybody. However, notoriety often brings financial benefits -- even to the infamous. Such is the case of the estate belonging to cult leader and serial killer Charles Manson. A...
It doesn't matter how old you are or how little you have, an estate plan is one of those things that you really need to consider once you cross the threshold from childhood into adulthood. Why? What's so important about having one? The answer basically comes down to a...
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 changes nearly every aspect of estate plans and wills. There are many new opportunities to pass on your business, property, and other assets to be sure that it stays in the family. Because of these changes, it is wise to re-visit your...
