Today is Mother’s Day! I hope you are taking time to honor your mother and the women in your life who have been like a mother to you. My mom is now in heaven so I won’t have the privilege of spending time with her today, but she lives on in my heart and I […]
Probate – It’s the process you will want to avoid
If you die without a will, your estate must go through probate and that can be a nightmare for your family! There are legal consequences when you die without a will such as who will inherit your property, what happens to minor children, and who will distribute your property. However, even if you do have […]
Do you have a financial power of attorney? You should and here’s why.
What if you suddenly became incapacitated and could not make financial decisions for yourself? An accident, a health crisis, or struggles with cognitive function such as Alzheimer’s may force you to rely on someone else to take control of your financial life. Even if you think these situations are unlikely, it is crucial to think […]
Subscriptions and Memberships….How many do you have?
Have you every stopped to count how many organizations you belong to or the number of subscriptions that are in your name? If something happened to you, do you have a list of these memberships and subscriptions in your Family Legacy Drawer? Documenting a list of all the groups, clubs, organizations, programs, and subscriptions can […]