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In addition to the changes in digital assets, there have been changes to how you access your accounts. First, there was a minimum number of letters, then there needed to be a number; now the recommendation is to use a phrase instead of a word. After you decide who...
The idea of digital assets still seems abstract. It can be something you purchase or something you create. Until it is printed or saved somewhere other than the cloud, you cannot touch it; yet, it has value and may need a place in your estate plan. With something as...
Just like any other person involved in your estate plan, the person you choose to oversee your digital assets should be someone you trust. Whether you only have a handful of accounts or a vast array of digital assets, you need someone in charge of taking care of your...
Not that long ago, when it was time to consider your estate plan, you only had to worry about assets you could touch. While some of your assets may have been in various accounts, those holdings still stood for a tangible amount of dollars that you could withdraw if...
According to the Pew Research Center, marriage in the U.S. is at its lowest rate since 1920. However, remarriage is trending up. In 1960, approximately 13% of all married people had been in a previous marriage; that jumped to 23% by 2013. Remarriage creates blended...
You’ve spent your life working hard and buying assets. While you may be aware that you will have to leave them behind after you pass away, it is essential to think about what will happen to those assets, even if you do not have children. Often when people talk...
Between parties, pools and parties at the pool, there is a lot to look forward to now that the snow has melted. Part of being safe around the pool is knowing what to watch for and how to respond if there is an emergency. Even if you and your family are not able to...
If you have been named executor in someone’s will, it is a sign that person had great trust in you. It’s understandable to be honored, but it is also a time to be careful to make wise decisions to avoid common mistakes. Being an executor exposes you to personal...
Car maintenance is a responsibility put upon a car owner during purchase. If you want to make your car last, you need to perform routine tasks such as changing the oil or adding windshield fluid to prevent faster deterioration. However, even the most responsible car...
It is easy to feel out of control when you are going through something unfamiliar. While there are certain parts to probate that follow a specific order, understanding probate can be an important piece to feeling confident about the process. Even if you have...