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Important Estate Planning Discussions to Have

Estate planning is important and so is talking about estate planning. Unfortunately, there are not exactly people lining up eagerly to talk about death and incapacitation. Regardless, these are topics we should all confront at some level or another. This is because our death and incapacitation effects not just us, but others that we care…

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What Does a Personal Representative Do?

Your Mom asks you if she can list you as the personal representative of her estate if she dies. You agree as you want to help if anything happens to her. But do you know what it means to handle the role of personal representative? In Minnesota probate, as the personal representative (also known as…

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Revocable Living Trust for a Single Person

A revocable living trust is a legal document that can serve as an important tool for a single person seeking to protect their assets and ensure a smooth transfer of wealth upon their passing. While trusts are often associated with wealthy families and complex estates, they can be beneficial for anyone, regardless of the size…

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Part 2: Estate Planning Strategies for Unmarried Couples

As discussed in the prior post, nontraditional families must take steps to provide protection in the event of incapacity or death.  The good news is that unmarried couples do have several estate planning strategies available to them to help ensure that their assets and property are protected.  Here are some estate planning strategies that unmarried…

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