By: Attorney Holly Ziemer When planning for your death, there’s one issue you may not have thought about but is so important to your beneficiaries: will your loved ones have to pay taxes on what you leave them? The answer isn’t straightforward because it depends largely on the types of assets you’re passing down, how […]
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By: Attorney Holly Ziemer Protecting Your Legacy: Why Life & Legacy Planning Matters for Black Families February is Black History Month, a time to honor the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the future and the legacy you are building for your family. For many Black
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By: Attorney Holly Ziemer The Lady Bird Deed: Five Risks to Consider Beyond Medicaid Protection You own your home. Maybe it’s your most significant asset. Perhaps you’ve heard about Lady Bird Deeds and how they can help you avoid probate and protect your home for your children. A friend told you about them, or maybe
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By: Attorney Holly Ziemer What Happens to Your Debt When You Die? It’s a question I hear often: if I die with debt, will my family be stuck paying it off? The short answer is it depends on several factors, including the type of debt you have, how your assets are titled, and whether anyone
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By: Attorney Holly Ziemer If you’re planning for your own future or helping aging parents, understanding options for living and long-term care isn’t just about finding a nice place to live. It’s about navigating a complex web of legal, financial, and personal decisions that will affect quality of life, inheritance, and family dynamics for generations
By: Attorney Holly Ziemer Why So Much Money Ends Up as Unclaimed Property and What That Means for You This February 1, states across America observe National Unclaimed Property Day, chosen to remind you about a surprisingly widespread financial problem: billions of dollars in forgotten assets currently held by state governments, waiting for their rightful
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By: Attorney Holly Ziemer Your mom told you not to worry; she had everything handled. You were her power of attorney, helping her pay bills and manage her accounts. When she passed away, you assumed you’d simply continue handling things the same way you had been. Then you tried to deposit the insurance check. The
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By: Attorney Holly Ziemer You open the door to your parents’ home for the first time since the funeral. Closets stuffed with decades of clothes. Cabinets filled with china no one uses. A garage packed with tools, holiday decorations, and boxes labeled “miscellaneous.” Drawers overflowing with papers, keepsakes, and items with significance you’ll never understand.
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