Respecting the Intentions of The Deceased
Generally, families want to respect the intentions of the deceased, though doing so can be easier said than done, as probate of Aretha Franklin’s estate illustrates. It has been over four years since her death,…
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Checklist for Trustees
When accepting the request of a loved one or friend to serve as a trustee, keep in mind that the role comes with official, fiduciary obligations. In other words, as a trustee you are legally…
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Litigious Beneficiary
Unfortunately, the death of a relative or friend can bring about unexpected reactions from beneficiaries–some of which can cost the estate a good deal of money, resulting in losses for other beneficiaries. Fortunately, in the…
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Gray Divorce: Estate Plan!
Though separating from a partner is never easy, the rise of “gray divorce” feels particularly saddening. Whether driven by a lifetime of dissatisfaction or pain, or triggered by a recent disappointment, gray divorce is leaving…
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Short of Workers?
Navigating labor shortages is not new for contractors, but public dollars for builds is adding to the squeeze. Industry experts observe that thriving businesses distinguish themselves by concentrating on important operational adjustments. Read on for…
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Big Builds
Where our minds go, energy flows, right? With all the public building going on around the country, winning a bigger build is now a real possibility for hungry contractors. Take inspiration from these recently awarded…
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Trusts: An Overview
Though a bit more complicated than wills, and typically more expensive to set up, trusts can be very useful tools for estate planning. Read on for a basic understanding of trusts, as well as some…
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Imagine Inheriting Thousands Of…
Plastic superhero figurines? Albums? Comic books? Tea cups? Matchbox cars? Pokemon? Coin purses? Hmmm….When dear friends or loved ones have unique and niche collections, chances are good that the rest of us might not fully…
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Project Status: It’s All In The Email?
Most of us can point to a whole lot of everything in our email, and it’s often the go-to “file box” we turn to when we are trying to remember who promised what related to…
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