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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 8, 20162 min read
Celebrity Estate Planning Leaves a Lot to Be Desired
One would think that big stars like Prince would have a team of high-powered advisors, compared to the average Joe and Jane. But that...
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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 4, 20163 min read
Trusts from A to Z
Many folks assume that trust funds are only for the rich, however, people in all types of economic circumstances may see a benefit from...
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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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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 31, 20162 min read
Smart Strategies for Social Security Benefits Taxes
The issue of whether your Social Security benefits are taxed is based on your “provisional income.” This is your adjusted gross...
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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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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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Kimberly Hegwood
Oct 25, 20162 min read
Bonehead Mistakes Retirees Need to Avoid
With the excitement of retirement, money can be the last thing you would have on your mind. However, if you have a careless approach to...
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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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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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Kimberly Hegwood
Oct 19, 20162 min read
Come On, Do I Really Need a Will?
The answer to that question has always been an unequivocal “yes”—especially when there’s a spouse, children or stepchildren. However,...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Oct 18, 20162 min read
Retirees Help Us Learn from Mistakes
As you get nearer to retirement, there is more pressure to plan ahead. Kiplinger’s article, “4 Big Retirement Regrets That You Should...
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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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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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Kimberly Hegwood
Oct 13, 20163 min read
Children Challenge Pittsburgh Publisher’s Will After Being Left Out
Two times in the past four years, the attorney for the late publisher Richard Mellon Scaife unduly influenced the billionaire to change...
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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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