It may sound like an odd thing to commemorate, but October 17th through 23rd is actually Estate Planning Awareness Week. This is not really a celebration though. Instead, it’s more of a reminder that anyone can benefit from making a plan of their own. You don’t have to be absurdly…
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If you were once charged with or convicted of a felony but you’ve taken the steps required to rebuild your life and stay on the right side of the law, you may be wondering if you can clean up your record. Some crimes can be removed, or expunged, from someone’s…
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Many people don’t realize just how complicated matters can become if they were to become incapacitated and unable to make their own healthcare decisions. This is why everyone should have an advance healthcare directive that leaves behind some instructions for their loved ones. A Des Moines power of attorney lawyer…
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When people die, their possessions and assets often go through what is known as the “probate process.” This means that the court has to decide who should inherit the deceased’s assets and the family must wait until the probate court has made its decision. Not every asset has to go…
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When you’re dealing with all of the hassles of moving, your estate plan is probably one of the last things on your mind. However, it’s important to think about your will and whether or not it will continue to serve your needs when you move to another state. Different states…
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Some people think that they do not need an estate plan. That’s just for people with a lot of assets, right? Maybe having a plan is a necessity if they have a big business or all of these properties to pass down. It doesn’t actually matter how much you have…
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