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Paradise Lost? Inside the Jimmy Buffett Trust Dispute and Why Estate Battles Are So Common
The passing of beloved musician Jimmy Buffett in 2023 left a void in the hearts of his fans, but it seems his estate, valued at a...

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Jun 236 min read


Passing Down Paradise: Estate Planning for Your Vacation Home
Do you have a cabin or lake house that you want to keep in your family? Few assets are as emotionally charged as the family vacation...

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Jun 235 min read


The Great Wealth Transfer Is Coming — Are Women Prepared?
Over the next two decades, an estimated $105 trillion in wealth is expected to change hands in what financial experts call the Great...

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Jun 232 min read


Trusts and Protecting Inherited Wealth from Divorce, Creditors and Addiction
You’ve worked hard to create a nest egg that you hope to pass down to your children to make their lives better. But what happens to that...

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May 205 min read


Recent Increase in Adult Children Working in Family Business Calls for More Succession Planning
There’s a trend happening with small businesses: more adult children returning to work in their parents’ companies. Gusto, the payroll...

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Apr 222 min read


Inheriting While on Medicaid: What You Need to Know About Medicaid and Windfalls in Pennsylvania
Remember how great it was to pull this Community Chest card in Monopoly: You Inherit $100! Well receiving an inheritance can be a bit...

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Mar 194 min read


Five Legal Documents You Need When Your Child Turns 18
By Michael Fiffik, Esquire  As I write this, my youngest daughter just turned 18. That’s a big milestone filled with pride and...

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Feb 174 min read


Using Trusts to Protect Your Child's Inheritance from Divorce and In-Laws
The parental instinct to nurture and protect our children is hardwired into our genes. Your ability to protect your kids does not have...

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Feb 175 min read


A Surviving Spouse's Rights to a Partner’s Estate in Pennsylvania
The loss of a spouse is an emotionally challenging and overwhelming experience. In addition to the grief that accompanies such a loss,...

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Jan 145 min read


Can I Continue Living in My Partner’s Home After They Die?
Losing a partner is an incredibly painful experience, filled with emotional challenges and complex life considerations. One pressing...

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Dec 10, 20243 min read


Changes to Your Retirement Account While Married
Some retirement plans require spousal consent to validate changes or other actions like withdrawals and rollovers. This rule generally...

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Nov 14, 20244 min read


Navigating Caregiving: Four Types of Professionals Who Can Guide Families
Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences of our lives. Whether it’s a parent with dementia, a...

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Nov 12, 20243 min read
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