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Read more about the article Create a Stronger Blended Family Through Estate Planning

Create a Stronger Blended Family Through Estate Planning

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:May 9, 2023
  • Post category:Wills

Blended families were once considered “non-traditional” families, but today, blended families are becoming just as common as non-blended families. Currently, 52% of married couples (or unmarried couples who live together)…

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Leaving Your Pet in Your Will Won’t Protect Them – Do This Instead

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:April 25, 2023
  • Post category:Wills

If you’re a pet owner, you know the special bond that exists between you and your pets, and to many pet owners, our furry friends aren’t just a pet -…

Continue ReadingLeaving Your Pet in Your Will Won’t Protect Them – Do This Instead
Read more about the article Risk Management: Safeguard Your Business From These 3 Common Causes For Litigation

Risk Management: Safeguard Your Business From These 3 Common Causes For Litigation

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:March 19, 2023
  • Post category:Wills

Each year, between 35% to 53% of small businesses in the U.S. are hit with a lawsuit, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA).With statistics like these, it may not be a…

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Read more about the article Legal Gangsters: Netflix’s “I Care a Lot” Uncovers the Dark Side of Legal Guardianship—Part 2

Legal Gangsters: Netflix’s “I Care a Lot” Uncovers the Dark Side of Legal Guardianship—Part 2

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:April 30, 2021
  • Post category:Uncategorized

The Netflix movie I Care a Lot provides a dark, violent, and somewhat comedic take on the real life and not-at-all funny dangers of the legal (and sometimes corrupt) guardianship…

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Read more about the article Legal Gangsters: Netflix’s “I Care a Lot” Uncovers the Dark Side of Legal Guardianship—Part 1

Legal Gangsters: Netflix’s “I Care a Lot” Uncovers the Dark Side of Legal Guardianship—Part 1

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:April 23, 2021
  • Post category:Uncategorized

The Netflix movie I Care a Lot provides a dark, violent, and somewhat comedic take on the real life and not-at-all funny dangers of the legal (and sometimes corrupt) guardianship…

Continue ReadingLegal Gangsters: Netflix’s “I Care a Lot” Uncovers the Dark Side of Legal Guardianship—Part 1
Read more about the article 5 Ways To Significantly Reduce Your Tax – Part 1

5 Ways To Significantly Reduce Your Tax – Part 1

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:March 24, 2021
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2020 was a nightmarish year for many families. But thanks to recent legislation, you could see a silver lining in the form of major tax breaks when filing your income…

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Read more about the article Managing Child Care While Dealing With Covid-19: Tips For Single Parents Part 1

Managing Child Care While Dealing With Covid-19: Tips For Single Parents Part 1

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:March 10, 2021
  • Post category:Uncategorized

Even though there are now vaccines for COVID-19 and the number of new cases is on the decline, becoming infected with the virus is still a very real possibility. And…

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Read more about the article 5 Tips For Keeping Kids Connected With Grandparents During the Pandemic

5 Tips For Keeping Kids Connected With Grandparents During the Pandemic

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:January 21, 2021
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While the quarantines, shutdowns, and social distancing measures related to the pandemic have been difficult for everyone, the elderly have been particularly hard hit. Since seniors face the most health…

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Read more about the article What You Should Know About Long-Term Care Insurance

What You Should Know About Long-Term Care Insurance

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:January 15, 2021
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With people living longer than ever before, more and more seniors require long-term healthcare services in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. However, such care is extremely expensive, especially when…

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Read more about the article Former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh Dies Without A Will—Part 2

Former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh Dies Without A Will—Part 2

  • Post author:adm_codispoti
  • Post published:January 14, 2021
  • Post category:Uncategorized

As we discussed how Hsieh became an Internet pioneer, starting two wildly successful companies, LinkExchange and Zappos, the latter of which he sold to Amazon for $1.2 billion. It was…

Continue ReadingFormer Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh Dies Without A Will—Part 2
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WITHOUT FURTHER PLANNING, YOUR ASSETS WILL PASS ACCORDING TO TEXAS LAW AND WILL BE FREELY AVAILABLE TO YOUR CHILDREN WHEN THEY TURN 18 YEARS OLD. UPON YOUR DEATH OR DISABILITY, ANY ASSETS TITLED IN YOUR NAME WILL BE PROBATED BEFORE THEY ARE AVAILABLE TO YOUR HEIRS. PROBATE COSTS MONEY, IS TIME INTENSIVE PROCESS AND COMPLETELY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

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