Casinos are exciting places, between the lights, the sounds and the thrill of winning. However, they are still businesses. And just like any business, casinos should be safe for those who come inside. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Hazardous conditions in...
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Accounting for the holidays in a parenting plan
When divorce becomes a reality, parents are often required to plan for future contingencies while working through a complex process. They are dividing assets, dividing debt responsibility and calculating support payments while determining who gets to spend...
Long Term care insurance is an essential estate plan tool
No one expects the unexpected.What happens when a car accident or unforeseen illness sidelines us for years? What can we do when we face a permanent health care issue that involves ‘round-the-clock care? What options are there for paying for it? Who pays when...
What should you tell your kids about your estate plan?
For many people, it is uncomfortable or taboo to talk about money or death. It may be these reasons that prompt many people to keep the details of their estate plans secret.However, there can be consequences when someone doesn’t talk about their wishes. For...
What are the essential parts of a comprehensive estate plan?
Most Americans don’t like to think about death, especially their own. It’s one reason why so many put off estate planning, some well into their retirement years. However, estate planning is the best way to ensure you pass your assets on to your children,...
When is uncontested divorce an option?
Divorce is not something you plan to go through. Even those who have pre and postnuptial agreements intend for the marriage to work.Going through a divorce can be messy and complicated. Getting an uncontested divorce can make the process simpler in certain situations....
What kind of debt doesn’t die with you?
More and more people are dying with debt. While you may make concentrated efforts to pay off all of your debt before you die, sometimes that is not an option.As you create your estate plan, it is essential to have a clear understanding of your debts and how they could...
Divorcing couples must divide assets – and debt
Dividing marital property in a divorce is often a complex – and contentious – issue. It is common for spouses to dispute over who will keep the house, the car and even the dining room table.However, there is one thing that spouses often overlook during the...
Talking about your estate plan with your kids is important
Many people put off estate planning for as long as possible. They may see it as overwhelming, or they might feel uncomfortable thinking about a future where they are gone. These same feelings can also lead individuals to avoid discussing their estate plan with their...
You’re a new parent: why should you think about estate planning?
When you welcome a new child into the world, end-of-life planning is probably the last thing on your mind. But in reality, it’s one of the most important things you can attend to, especially after becoming a new parent.Life can be beautiful, precious and most of...