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What are some options to give to charity?

If you are eager to donate part of your wealth to a cause you are passionate about, there are a number of ways you can give to a charitable organization.…

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Will Medicare cover my assisted living costs?

There are many moving parts to consider when planning your estate, but it is also important to make necessary provisions for yourself while you may still be alive. Americans are…

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Strategies for selecting a legal guardian

For many parents in North Carolina, the task of choosing another person, couple or family to assume guardianship of their children can be a serious matter. Parents can only hope…

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3 qualities your power of attorney should have

While you may have enjoyed a healthy life so far, you probably recognize the frailties of the human body. Whether due to age, illness or injury, you may have difficulty…

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Detailing intestate succession

After the initial shock and/or sadness surrounding the death of your spouse begins to abate, you may begin to question how they wished to have their assets distributed. Typically those…

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What is decanting?

Some people are not sure about setting up trusts because they can be hard to change. Irrevocable trusts, for example, cannot be altered unless the beneficiaries consent to it. Fortunately,…

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How elective share may affect your estate plan

The first part of any new year is a good time to revisit your existing estate plan. If you do not already have one in place, drafting a comprehensive will…

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Philanthropic strategies under new tax law

Many people in North Carolina find contributing to charitable organizations a way to help others and promote causes that they believe in. These organizations may be big or small, as…

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What will happen to my pet when I am not around?

A common fear among many pet owners is what may happen to their pets upon their death. To many people, pets are like family. Since they cannot inherit property or…

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Estate planning and a loved one’s mental illness

When a family member has a mental illness, this can create many obstacles for them as well as all of their loved ones. People may have a lot of concerns…

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