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You Are in Control

You Are in Control

by Carla Green | Oct 21, 2020 | Cost of Poor Planning, Estate Planning, Leave a Legacy

Growing old can seem cruel and unkind. When the time comes that your decisions are no longer yours but are given away to your children or someone you may or may not trust, it can feel like you’ve lost control. But you can stay in control if you choose the correct path...
Do You Have Trust Issues? One Family’s Cautionary Tale of Why You Need More Than a Will

Do You Have Trust Issues? One Family’s Cautionary Tale of Why You Need More Than a Will

by David Edwards | Nov 5, 2019 | Asset Protection, Asset Protection Trusts, Cost of Poor Planning, Leave a Legacy

When John Meier* died, he thought he had taken care of everything. He even left a will expressing his wish for his two children to share the lakefront property he had owned for over 50 years. Unfortunately, sometimes, wishes don’t come true. The traditional will...
Nest Egg Trusts: A Tool to Protect Your Property and Life Savings

Nest Egg Trusts: A Tool to Protect Your Property and Life Savings

by David Edwards | Mar 13, 2019 | Asset Protection, Leave a Legacy, Long Term Care Risks, Nursing Home

There’s a real problem facing Americans over the age of 65 — the cost of nursing home care. It’s expensive and often unavoidable. A lucky few have enough income to cover the $80,000 per year cost. But how does the average person afford it?...
Over 55 years old? Three things you should know about nursing home care.

Over 55 years old? Three things you should know about nursing home care.

by David Edwards | Mar 8, 2019 | Asset Protection, Cost of Poor Planning, EP-LongTermCarePage, Leave a Legacy, Long Term Care Risks, Nursing Home

You may be a couple decades away from needing nursing home care, but the sooner you can understand and plan for the costs involved, the better. Here are three truths everyone should know about nursing homes: 1. You’ll probably need nursing home care. The...

A Quick Guide to Writing and Publishing Your Family History

by David Edwards | Dec 18, 2018 | Counseling, not Documents, Leave a Legacy

With the world going digital, it may seem old-fashioned to print a book about your family’s history. But the truth is, a screen can never replace the experience of flipping through pages of pictures and stories about your loved ones. We know this on a gut level, but...
Recording and Transcribing Family Conversations on Your Smartphone

Recording and Transcribing Family Conversations on Your Smartphone

by David Edwards | Dec 11, 2018 | Counseling, not Documents, Grandchildren, Leave a Legacy, Parents

With all the holiday gatherings coming up, this is the perfect time of year to get around the table and record your family’s stories. Smartphones have made this easier than ever: turn on a voice record app, set it in the middle of the table, and start asking grandma...
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