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Moving to a New State? Remember to Update Your Estate Plan
Are you one of the many people who moved to a different state during the Covid-19 pandemic? If so, it may not have occurred to you that you should update your estate plan to match your new address. After all, so much happened in 2020 that it may have been at the bottom of… Read More »
6 Tips Every Parent Struggling with Divorce Should Address Early
Divorce, even when amicable, is difficult for everyone. It can be especially difficult for children. Have you worried about the impact your divorce may have on your kids? Let us discuss 6 tips you can start using today to help your child process your divorce. 1. Help kids manage their feelings. It can be… Read More »
Estate Planning Tips Single Floridians Need When They Near the Proposed Tax Limits
Did you know that the state of Florida does not impose an estate or inheritance tax? This is great news, but some residents may have to remain mindful of the federal estate tax limits. While the current exemptions are high enough that very few Americans need to be concerned, at a federal exclusion of… Read More »
3 Ways to Recognize It May Be Time to Divorce
Marriages do not necessarily break, they often erode over time. There are numerous sources of erosion, and sometimes the erosion can be so slow that one partner has not realized that divorce may be imminent. Let us take some time to review three signs that it may be time to divorce. 1. No Conflict… Read More »
3 Resources to Use When Caring for Aging Seniors During National Elder Law Month
Did you know that May is National Elder Law Month? If you are interested in finding resources to learn more about caring for aging loved ones, now can be the perfect time to reach out to a member of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) in your local area. Many elder law… Read More »
Six Steps to Help Aging Parents on National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day
Did you know that National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day is the third Friday in April each year? This year, it falls on April 16th. By disposing of unneeded and expired medications annually, we can help protect ourselves and others from addiction, as well as, accidental poisoning caused by expired medications becoming toxic,… Read More »
How you Can Help a Loved One During National Autism Acceptance Month
Did you know that, formerly referred to as “Autism Awareness Month,” the transition has been made for April to now be recognized as “Autism Acceptance Month”? While advocates remain dedicated to spreading the word about autism and how it can manifest in such a wide range of ways, the shift marks an important recognition… Read More »
Dealing With A Loved One’s Memory Loss, What Can You Control?
Have you been watching a loved one begin to suffer from memory loss? It can be terrifying. You may worry that your loved one will be unable to take care of himself or herself. You may worry that your loved one will forget important people and events. When faced with these circumstances and these… Read More »
Think You Are Able to Avoid Probate? 3 Common Mistakes We See
Do you think that your estate will not have to go through the probate process because you have done your homework and created a thoughtful and detailed will? While having a will may be the right way to go, the fact that you have a will does not, by itself, allow your estate to… Read More »
Do You Have An Estate Plan? Here Are Five Common Reasons Why Having An Estate Plan Is Important
Do you have an estate plan in place? There can be a variety of reasons why this can be important. Let us discuss five such reasons. 1. You have children. If you have a child, it can be important to at least have a Last Will and Testament. If you do not identify who… Read More »
