Author name: Emily Mansoor

Different Flavors of Transferring Your Money and Property Outside of Probate It is summertime, and the living is easy. Maybe you spent the day out on the boat, at the beach, or at home relaxing in your most comfortable lounge chair. As the sun sets, you have a hankering for a sweet treat and decide to get some ice cream—a no-brainer in July, National Ice Cream Month. Do you want to eat what is in the freezer or go out? Should you order online or decide at the window? Cone or cup? Dairy or nondairy? What flavor are you craving? You are facing what is known as the “ice […]

As much as Americans love ice cream, our tastes run pretty plain. Vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry consistently dominate “Top 5” flavor lists.1 When we add toppings, we usually reach for the familiar—sauces, nuts, and sprinkles. Some people go for bolder choices such as candy or cereal, but toppings generally rank lower in importance compared to flavor, price, or portion size. Still, the abundance of available flavors and toppings exists for a reason: People have different tastes and want different things, some simple, others more sophisticated. They may start with the basics, then mix in layers to

As a single individual, you may feel overwhelmed when you think about who will step in and make decisions for you if you cannot make decisions for yourself and who will receive your money and property when you die. You may consider your parents or siblings, but depending on whether they are living and the

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As a millennial, you are contributing to the workforce in a major way and are making positive changes in the world around you. We understand that your concerns may differ from someone of a different generation, and we are here to help you craft an estate plan that protects your future and addresses the things

People often set up bank accounts or real estate so that they own them jointly with a spouse or other family member. The appeal of joint ownership, specifically with survivorship rights, is that when one owner dies, the other owner(s) will automatically inherit the property without it having to go through probate. Also, joint property

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Fitness icon Richard Simmons, known for his flamboyant personality, high energy, and trademark attire, passed away in July 2024 following a fall at his Los Angeles home. Because of a legal dispute between his longtime housekeeper, Teresa Reveles Muro, and his brother, Leonard (Lenny) Simmons, the estate of the Sweatin’ to the Oldies star is now

Retirement is supposed to be a carefree period of enjoyment and fulfillment. However, retirement has become a daunting prospect for many Americans, full of anxiety and financial uncertainty. Longer lives and rising costs make the idea of retiring in one’s 60s increasingly unrealistic. But very few people, even those who enjoy working, want to work

There are more ways to create wealth today than ever before. Whether you are working a traditional nine-to-five job and investing in the stock market, a full-time investor taking advantage of online trading platforms and international markets, running an online business that you hope becomes your main income source, or a serial entrepreneur, the landscape