My First Estate Plan: Getting Ready for College During COVID-19

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Now that you are over 18 and headed off to college or on your own, decisions your parents used to make for you are up to you. Welcome to adulting! In the past, your parents or guardians were responsible for your legal decisions. But, now the law views you as an adult and that all […]

Getting Your Child Ready for College During COVID-19

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An often overlooked but essential requirement for college-age children is legal preparation. Before your child leaves for school, be sure that you have the legal documents in place to protect them if something happens. It takes only minutes to create the documents they need to protect their health care choices, information, and finances. Without critical […]

The Hidden Dangers of Parent/Child Accounts

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Many parents believe that creating a joint bank account with their children is an easy and effective way to make sure that their kids will have continued access to money through these accounts, should the parent die or become incapacitated.  On the surface, it sounds like a great idea. As a joint account owner, the […]