Administrator Vs. Executor: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to estate planning, understanding the difference between an administrator and an executor can be confusing. Do you know what each one does? Are there differences in their roles and responsibilities? This article will help demystify the differences…
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What Are Letters of Administration? Dying Without a Will

Have you ever wondered what happens when someone dies without a will? It can be an incredibly difficult and stressful situation for any family when this occurs. In this article, we'll discuss the concept of Letters of Administration and how…
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Inherited an IRA From a Parent? 4 Rules for Inherited Retirement Accounts

Are you a beneficiary of a retirement account? If you're here, you may be in the process of inheriting an IRA retirement account from your parent or other loved one. Or maybe you’re wondering what it means to inherit an…
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How to Access Safety Deposit Boxes When the Owner Dies

When a beloved family member or friend passes away, it can be difficult to figure out how to access their safety deposit box. This is especially true if the owner has not left clear instructions or named someone as an…
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Is Regifting My Inheritance Tacky?

This may sound crazy, but free things aren't always good things. This goes for inherited assets, too. Your grandmother unloading her retirement assets on you could actually come back to bite you in the end. Some financial assets like the…
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Our Transition to Your Legacy Legal Care™

Our founder, Kimberly Hegwood, witnessed her grandparents struggle with the ins and outs of Social Security, estate planning, asset protection, elder law, and other obstacles correlated with aging. After experiencing her loved ones’ challenges first-hand, she founded Hegwood Law Group…
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Biggest Estate Planning Stories

Mistakes can easily be made during estate planning. Hearing about other’s mishaps might help you learn from them and avoid them later. Here are some important estate planning stories that may help you avoid conflicts in the future. Michael Jackson:…
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Important Steps to Complete a Medicaid Application

For years, Medicaid has been helping countless people get the care that they deserve. This state-administered program was designed specifically for disabled and low-income U.S. citizens as well as legal aliens to help get the hospital care and doctor services…
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Understanding the Guardianship Process For a Loved One With Disabilities

If you are caring for a loved one with disabilities who is currently under the age of 18, the idea of them reaching adulthood may seem overwhelming. As their loved one, you likely want to continue being able to care…
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Essential Tips for Talking to Your Loved One About Your Estate Plan

Creating an estate plan for you and your spouse can often be a challenge. You want to make sure that your loved ones are taken care of when you are gone, yet discussing this delicate topic can often be both…
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