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Is It Common for Siblings to Fight Over an Inheritance?
Probate

Is It Common for Siblings to Fight Over an Inheritance?

When there's bad blood over an inheritance, you can challenge the trustee—but try talking first.
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Neglect and Abuse under Guardianship State System
Estate Planning

Neglect and Abuse under Guardianship State System

Without proper estate planning, anyone can end up under an unjust and unneeded guardianship. In the wrong hands, the guardianship state system can lead to ...
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How to Avoid Estate Planning Mistakes in 2025
Estate Planning

Retirement Savings Account Changes

New rules promote Roth treatment of workers’ investments and ease some RMD burdens, among other things.
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Increase in Estate Planning for Gen-Z
Estate Planning

Increase in Estate Planning for Gen-Z

Gen Z is setting an example by taking control of their financial futures early, showing an unexpected interest in estate planning.
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Estate Planning Prepares for Unexpected Medical Events
Estate Planning

Estate Planning Prepares for Unexpected Medical Events

None of us can predict the future. However, we can make sure that someone is capable of advocating for us if we are suddenly unable ...
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Managing Debt After a Loved One's Death
Estate Planning

The Importance of Estate Planning for Expecting Parents

Estate planning ensures that your children will have the future you want for them no matter what happens to you.
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Do You Have a Large IRA You Don’t Need for Retirement?
Estate Planning

Toby Keith’s Legacy Protects His Family

Learn how country legend Toby Keith protected his family's future through careful estate planning and why starting early is crucial for everyone.
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How Do I Protect My Child's Inheritance?
Estate Planning

Why You Should Have a Will

Only 32% of Americans have a will. However, even if you believe you lack assets, going without a will is a big mistake.
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Why Legal Planning Is Important for the Sandwich Generation
Estate Planning

Seniors Need to Be Really Careful About Internet Scammers

Criminals on the internet are increasingly going after Americans over the age of 60 because they are viewed as having the largest piles of savings.
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Can an Invalid Will Be Challenged?
Estate Planning

What a First-Time Executor Needs to Know

After relatives die, there is a tedious, messy process of managing what they leave behind. Relationships can suffer in the aftermath.
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