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Houston Will Lawyers: Estate Planning Documents Everyone Needs Now

Jan 2, 20172 min read

Houston Will Lawyers: Estate Planning Documents Everyone Needs Now

We have all heard stories of families that found themselves in a tailspin because a loved one passed away or became incapacitated without...

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Saints Owner Will Call Another Play in Fight Over Trusts

Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 21, 20162 min read

Saints Owner Will Call Another Play in Fight Over Trusts

The National Football League said “no” to New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson’s original proposal to remove team ownership from his...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 16, 20162 min read

Moving Overseas? Plan Ahead.

The Wall Street Journal recently provided some guidance for Americans relocating overseas in “Moving Abroad? Here’s the Checklist.”...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 15, 20162 min read

Life Insurance for a Professional Racecar Driver? You Bet!

Since she was in her early 20s, Danica Patrick has driven a racecar—speeding 200 miles per hour around an oval track bordered by concrete...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 11, 20162 min read

A Few Words of Advice for Getting Married in Your Golden Years

If you’re in your senior years, you may want to think twice before tying the knot. The love bug can bite at any age, and that can include...

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How Not to Do It: Spending the Inheritance on Royal Souvenirs and Strippers

Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 10, 20162 min read

How Not to Do It: Spending the Inheritance on Royal Souvenirs and Strippers

For the Scripps family, who were heirs to a media fortune, they simply spent their millions. According to an article on CNBC.com, “The...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 9, 20162 min read

Want Estate Planning? No, You Need It!

Estate planning is a need, but too often it gets moved down to the list for tomorrow. There are many reasons people put off estate...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 7, 20162 min read

Alzheimer’s Patient Spoon-Fed Because Directive Wasn’t Specific

In 40 years, Bill Harris built up a lifetime of memories with his wife, Nora, but since she was diagnosed with early onset of Alzheimer’s...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 3, 20162 min read

Get a Life Insurance Check-up to Be Sure the Prognosis Is Good

Insurance planning shouldn’t begin until there’s been some financial planning, according to CNBC in its article “3 life insurance...

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Former Vanity Fair Contributing Editor Makes Headlines with Estate Dispute

Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 1, 20162 min read

Former Vanity Fair Contributing Editor Makes Headlines with Estate Dispute

The 63-year-old Wolff, who is married, is also the father of a baby with a much younger TV personality. He now is also a defendant in the...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 28, 20162 min read

Make Certain Your College-Bound Kid Has Packed a Health Care Power of Attorney

You thought you purchased just about everything for your child for college, but don’t forget one more important item: a health care power...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 27, 20162 min read

Saving the Home with Long-Term Health Care Demands

The largest asset most people have is their family home. If a senior is in a situation where his or her long-term care insurance is...

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That First Child Means More than Late Night Feedings and Dirty Diapers

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 26, 20163 min read

That First Child Means More than Late Night Feedings and Dirty Diapers

The federal government estimates that it will cost more than $245,000 to rear a child to an adult. That includes costs like housing,...

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Taking Care of Your Furry Friends When You Die

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 24, 20162 min read

Taking Care of Your Furry Friends When You Die

Pets are part of your family and can give you a lifetime of love and companionship. A recent 12 News Phoenix article, “What if your pet...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 21, 20162 min read

Some Surprising Expenses in Retirement

After working hard and saving your money wisely, you’re ready for a successful retirement. Unfortunately, there can be bumps and hiccups...

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How to Plan For a Kid Who Can’t Handle Finances

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 20, 20162 min read

How to Plan For a Kid Who Can’t Handle Finances

Many parents face this issue, says NJ 101.5 in its recent post, “When you don’t trust a child with money.” There are some children,...

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Make a Charitable Donation in Your Will and Watch It Work

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 17, 20162 min read

Make a Charitable Donation in Your Will and Watch It Work

The estate planning laws in many states are pretty straightforward for those who want to donate all or part of their estate to charity....

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Proposed Regs Aim to Place Restrictions on Valuation Discount Planning

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 14, 20162 min read

Proposed Regs Aim to Place Restrictions on Valuation Discount Planning

According to the regulations.gov post “Estate, Gift, and Generation-skipping Transfer Taxes: Restrictions on Liquidation of an Interest,”...

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Secure Intellectual Property Rights for Your Estate

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 12, 20162 min read

Secure Intellectual Property Rights for Your Estate

Are you an inventor, an author, artist or the owner of a closely held business? If so, you may have already taken action to secure your...

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Be Smart When You Say “I Do” the Second or Third Time

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 11, 20162 min read

Be Smart When You Say “I Do” the Second or Third Time

Can you believe that 37% of second marriages and 74% of third marriages end up in divorce? Those are not good odds. CBS Boston’s recent...

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