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Lauren Kaplan
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2025 Estate Planning Checkup: Is Your Estate Plan Up-To-Date?
One of our primary goals is to educate you on the vital importance of not only preparing an estate plan, but also keeping your plan...
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Lauren Kaplan
Jan 115 min read
4 Estate Planning Myths That Put Your Loved Ones at Risk
Surveys conducted in 2024 by Caring.com and Ameriprise Financial revealed a troubling trend: Americans are falling behind on estate...
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Lauren Kaplan
Jan 55 min read
Five Essential Steps to Protect Your Loved Ones in 2025
You know that uneasy feeling when you think about what everyone you love would do, if (and when) something happens to you? That nagging...
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Lauren Kaplan
Dec 27, 20246 min read
4 Reasons Why You Can't Afford To Go Without An Estate Plan
When it comes to putting off or refusing to create an estate plan, your mind can concoct all sorts of rationalizations: “I won’t care...
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Lauren Kaplan
Dec 15, 20244 min read
How to Talk Money With Your Family Over The Holidays
The holidays are right around the corner, which means more time to gather with family and relatives than any other time of the year. If...
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Lauren Kaplan
Dec 9, 20245 min read
Copy of Common Estate Planning Questions on How to Handle Your Assets - Part 2
When it comes to planning for your family's future, the options can feel overwhelming. Should you get a will? Create a trust? And what...
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Lauren Kaplan
Dec 1, 20245 min read
Common Estate Planning Questions on How to Handle Your Assets - Part 1
When it comes to estate planning, I get many questions about many topics. One of the most common questions I hear concerns account...
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Lauren Kaplan
Nov 24, 20244 min read
How Thanksgiving Can Inspire Your Family Legacy Planning
With Thanksgiving approaching, many families are busy planning menus, coordinating travel, and preparing for the big feast. While the...
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Lauren Kaplan
Nov 17, 20246 min read
Estate Planning 101: Wills vs. Trusts
Wills and trusts are two of the most commonly used estate planning documents, and they form the foundation of most estate plans. While...
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Lauren Kaplan
Nov 10, 20244 min read
The Hidden Truth About Settling a Loved One’s Estate
When someone names you as their executor, it might feel like an honor – a sign that they trust you to handle their final affairs....
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Lauren Kaplan
Nov 3, 20246 min read
From 'I Do' to 'What If': Estate Planning Must-Do's for Newlyweds - Part 1
Wedding season is winding down, and if you are a newlywed or are planning to tie the knot soon, it’s time to make your first legal move...
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Lauren Kaplan
Oct 27, 20247 min read
Common Estate Planning Myths Debunked
Last week was National Estate Planning Awareness Week, which means it's time to shed light on this often misunderstood and frequently...
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Lauren Kaplan
Oct 20, 20244 min read
The Scary Truth: Naming Godparents Does Not Create Legal Guardians
As a parent, your top priority is the well-being and future of your children. You plan for their education, health, and happiness, and...
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Lauren Kaplan
Oct 14, 20245 min read
3 Simple Mistakes That Can Derail Your Estate Plan
If you’re tempted to use a DIY estate planning service or have already created a plan you aren’t 100% confident in, be sure to read how...
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Lauren Kaplan
Oct 6, 20246 min read
Preventing Family Feuds Over Your Personal Belongings
The passing of a loved one is a heartbreaking event, filled with grief and sorrow. But the aftermath can become even more painful if...
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Lauren Kaplan
Sep 29, 20247 min read
Probate: What It Is & How To Avoid It - Part 2
Unless you’ve created an estate plan that works to keep your family out of court, when you die (or become incapacitated) many of your...
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Lauren Kaplan
Sep 22, 20245 min read
Matthew Perry's Estate Plan Demonstrates the Benefits of Trusts
When Matthew Perry, the beloved star of Friends , passed away last year, the world mourned the loss of a comedic icon. However, as...
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Lauren Kaplan
Sep 15, 20247 min read
Probate: What It Is & How to Avoid It - Part 1
Unless you’ve created a proper estate plan, when you die many of your assets must first pass through the court process known as probate...
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Lauren Kaplan
Sep 8, 20244 min read
Got Minor Kids? 3 Instances When Your Estate Plan Must Include A Kids Protection Plan
As a parent, you have probably thought about the importance of naming permanent legal guardians for your child in case something happens...
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Lauren Kaplan
Aug 31, 20245 min read
3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Creating Your Estate Plan With AI
Have you jumped on the AI bandwagon yet? If so, you’ve probably used it to make your life easier. AI can be incredibly helpful,...
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