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Estate Planning at Every Stage of Your Life!

Saturday, 17 December 2022 by HJ
Although we all know how important it is to have an estate plan, we don’t always realize how different stages or events in our life can affect estate planning. Whether you are looking to have kids, you are going through the midlife challenges of caring for your children and your own aging parents, or if
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Avoid These Common Mistakes When Estate Planning

Thursday, 17 November 2022 by HJ
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We all know how important it is to have some form of estate plan in place, be it a Will or a Trust. In the event of the unexpected, an estate plan can help protect you and make sure your wishes are carried out in regard to your heirs and beneficiaries. However, estate planning can
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Do You Need More Than a Will?

Saturday, 15 October 2022 by HJ
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When many people think of estate planning, their first thought is often of a Will. However, a Will isn’t always the only, or even the best, option. Estate planning is a complicated process and it truly depends on each individual’s unique circumstances and goals. Everyone wants to make sure that their assets are transferred smoothly
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Discuss Estate Planning with Aging Parents

Friday, 19 August 2022 by HJ
Parents are used to taking care of their children. So, it can often be a struggle when the roles begin to flip as children become adults and parents grow older. Though it may sometimes be a difficult conversation to broach, being aware of our parents’ end of life plans and helping them consider what other
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Letter of Instruction

Tuesday, 19 July 2022 by HJ
In addition to a Will and/or a Trust, an additional measure you can take to try to minimize conflict or complications after your death is by creating a Letter of Instruction. A Letter of Instruction typically includes sections on funeral arrangements, financial and personal affairs, and the distribution of personal effects. First, you can make
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How to Protect Your Estate

Saturday, 11 June 2022 by HJ
How to Protect Your Estate
As we have all learned recently while living through a global pandemic, life can deal you any number of surprises, the most difficult being the death of a loved one. As estate planners, we believe it is extremely important that you and your loved ones prepare for the unexpected by making sure that you understand
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Help Your Heirs Avoid Probate With a Living Trust

Monday, 04 April 2022 by HJ
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Probate can be an extremely time consuming and expensive process that is best avoided whenever possible. With this in mind, it is essential to work with an estate planning professional to safely and confidently plan ahead for the future. A living trust can be a great option when it comes to considering the future and
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I Don’t Have Children – Do I Really Need an Estate Plan?

Tuesday, 08 February 2022 by HJ
I Don’t Have Children – Do I Really Need an Estate Plan
Many people who have no children wonder whether they really need an estate plan. After all, when they’re gone, does it really matter? For people who have no children, it can be even more important for them to have a good estate plan in place. Often, the default provisions of Wisconsin law that apply in
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Steps to Prepare for End of Life

Saturday, 15 January 2022 by HJ
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Many people neglect to take all of the necessary estate planning steps prior to their death, leaving their loved ones to clean up the mess. Currently, more than half of all American adults do not have a will or any other form of estate plan in place. In this situation, your loved ones will not
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What To Do With Your Digital Assets Before You Die

Monday, 20 December 2021 by HJ
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We live in a modern, digital world where a large portion of our lives take place online. With this in mind, it is important to remember your digital assets when organizing your end of life plans. Instead of leaving a digital mess for your family or friends to clean up, consider some of the many
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