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June 2, 2025

Estate Planning for Lottery Winners

On February 14, 2023, California state lottery officials named the winner of the largest lottery prize in U.S. history. Edwin Castro won an eye-popping $2.04 billion lottery...
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June 2, 2025

Global Legacy Planning: Navigating International Estate Planning and Asset Management

In today’s interconnected world, individuals often find themselves with assets and interests spanning across multiple countries. From investments in foreign markets to properties overseas, the...
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June 2, 2025

THE BLIND SIDE MICHAEL OHER Conservatorship Controversy Explained

Michael Oher has had a remarkable life so far. He was born to a single mother struggling with addiction and grew up in and out...
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June 2, 2025

What Role Do Gifts Play in Reducing Estate Taxes?

When planning an estate, one effective strategy to reduce estate taxes is through gifting. Gifts can be an important part of an overall estate plan,...
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June 2, 2025

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST CLAIMS OF SELF-DEALING AS A TRUSTEE

WHAT IS SELF-DEALING IN TRUST ADMINISTRATION? A trustee usually has some discretion in their management of a trust’s assets (accounts, money, and property). At the...
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June 2, 2025

3 ESTATE PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS FOR NEW HOME OWNERS

Congratulations on the purchase of your new home! Whether this is your first home or you're upgrading or downsizing, purchasing a home is a big...
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June 2, 2025

What Happens If You Don’t File Probate in Ohio?

Probate is a legal process that oversees the distribution of a deceased persons assets either in accordance to their Will (if there was one) or state law. Probate...
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June 2, 2025

I’m a Beneficairy and The Executor Refuses to Speak to Me. What Do I Do?

When someone passes away, the executor of their estate plays a pivotal role in managing and distributing assets as outlined in the will. Ideally, the executor maintains...
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June 2, 2025

5 Things to Consider Before Accepting An Inheritance

The news of inheritance may come as a shock. It's often bittersweet because it signifies the passing of somebody close to you. You also might...
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June 2, 2025

3 Tips to Make an Inheritance Last

Most people believe that receiving a large inheritance from a loved one would be life-changing. However, one study found that about a third of Americans who had received...
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