Digital could remain forever, unless action is taken. The digital world has created many new issues which have an impact on almost everyone in today's world. Unlike your other assets, digital isn't a tangible item and could exist forever, according to the Press-Republican...
Continue to support your family and reduce some stress. A legacy is the culmination of our lives stored in the hearts and memories of those we knew and loved. Much of your legacy is how you finish your final years and the support you give your family, according to The Post and Courier...
Do you have digital assets but aren't sure if you should do something to protect them? Even though your digital assets may not seem important, it is best to give them special consideration and include them in your estate plan, according to The St. Louis American...
It can be the best of times and it can be the worst of times. When the kids embark on their careers, you will find that the move will have an impact on your finances and how you handle those changes may well have an impact on your future, according to The Cross Timbers Gazette...
The settling of the pop artist's $60 million estate is likely to take years. Attorneys for artist Robert Indiana's estate have a lot of questions for people close to the artist about the handling of his assets. That is expected to take a long time to get squared away, according to the Associ...
Many men hesitate, when it comes to creating an estate plan. It is difficult for many people in America to begin the process of creating an estate plan. However, included in the list of those who procrastinate, are fathers who fail to set up a plan, in the event they are no longer there to tak...
Laws vary from state to state, so it would be wise to consult with an estate planning attorney on where you stand legally. Many people who retire, prefer to reside in a warmer climate in the winter if they reside in a colder climate the rest of the year.
Only 54% of pastors nearing retirement age have a will. A survey conducted by the Southern Baptist Foundation has found an estate planning contradiction among its pastors, who believe people should create an estate plan but don't have one themselves, according to the Baptist Press ...
A will is needed with a durable general power or attorney and a durable health care power of attorney. A last will and testament (generally known as a will), a durable general power of attorney and a durable health care power of attorney are three of the key items in an estate plan, accordin...
Get started now and perhaps save yourself that last-minute work. It may be a few months before the end of the year. However, you can save yourself a lot of time and money, by beginning to organize your financial planning now, according to USA Today...
Are your digital assets included in your estate plan? If not, you most likely need a fresh look. The world is changing rapidly, thanks to fast-moving advances in technology, including the creation of digital assets. That means your estate plan may well need an update, according to Financial Advisor...
As it turns out, your adult children may be helpful in making the transition to retirement. Your adult children may be interested in helping you create a retirement plan that works best for you and your family, according to Next Avenue...
Everyone needs an estate plan. No exceptions. It was determined recently that more than half of the Baby Boomers in America do not have an estate plan and should know more about estate planning, according to Country Living in “Everything Baby Boomers Need to Know About Estate Planning.”
There are several measures you can use to protect yourself and your family. The life expectancy for Americans is getting longer and longer, with the concept that the longer you live the more likely you'll have an even longer life span, according to Kiplinger...
Estate planning is important regardless of age. However, it is especially important to families with young children. Many young families with small children do not have estate planning at the top of their list. However, it really should be a top priority, according to The Daily Sentinel...
Don't wait until it is too late. Get a POA now. While most people are familiar with a will in an estate plan, a power of attorney draws a lot of misconceptions, according to the article in A Place For Mom “5 Misconceptions About a Power of Attorney.”
It's easy to put off starting an estate plan. However, you really do want to take care of your family. Why should you have an estate plan? There are many reasons and many goals, including providing for your spouse and children, as well as dealing with a family business, minimizing tax liability...
There are tools in an estate plan that a college student may need and are also beneficial to you. If your child is heading off to college you have prepared them already with background education and the ability to live away from home.
Second marriage? You've entered a brave, new world, when it comes to estate planning. A second marriage can sometimes create a problem, because the biggest reason that stepparents and stepchildren fight is over money, according to the AARP in “Don't Split Heirs With Your Estate.”
You may think your work is done when your estate plan is completed. However, a remaining step may be informing the kids about what they face. If you wish to pass your estate on to your children, it might be a good idea to spend some time educating them about the challenges and responsibilities...
There are ways to give away money that help people and create some tax breaks. If you've reached a point in life where you feel you have enough and want to give your money away, it would be wise to consider what your family thinks about sharing your resources, according to the AARP...
There are many reasons to look at your old estate plan. What should not be forgotten is that everyone needs a will. There are many reasons to revisit your estate plan that don't include the new tax laws that doubled the individual estate gift and GST tax exemptions to about $11.2 million per...
Despite claims by his family, the second man to walk on the moon fights back. Buzz Aldrin, the 88-year-old astronaut, who was second to walk on the moon, has filed a lawsuit accusing two of his own children and his former manager of taking advantage of their roles in managing his assets...
There are many things to think about, when estate planning. However, among the most crucial is to take potential family conflicts into consideration. A group of professionals including estate planning attorneys, trust officers, accountants, charitable giving professionals, insurance advisor...
An estate plan can protect a long-term partner. There are rarely provisions to protect people who are not married but are in long-term relationships. Many couples prefer to not get married. However, there still is a way to protect partners through an estate plan, according to the San Franci...
Aenean lacinia bibendum nulla sed consectetur. Donec sed odio dui. Maecenas sed diam eget risus varius blandit sit amet non magna. Nulla vitae elit libero, a pharetra augue. Curabitur blandit tempus porttitor. Morbi leo risus, porta ac consectetur ac, vestibulum at eros. Cras justo odio, dapibus ac facilisis in, egestas.