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The Life-or-Death Decisions Your Family Shouldn't Have to Make Alone
Without a clear plan, your loved ones may be forced into heartbreaking decisions about your medical care and organ donation. This article explains how a legacy plan protects your voice, eases the burden on your family, and ensures your wishes are honored—no matter what.
Sabine Franco
Jul 223 min read


What Priscilla Presley’s Case Teaches Us About Protecting Your Legacy
Elder financial abuse can happen to anyone—even celebrities like Priscilla Presley. Learn simple steps to safeguard your family, your legacy, and your peace of mind
Sabine Franco
Jun 253 min read


10 Steps to Plan for Retirement After 50 -Estate & Legacy Tips
Learn how to plan for retirement after 50 with these 10 essential steps. From estate planning to long-term care, protect your future and build a lasting legacy with confidence.
Sabine Franco
Jun 94 min read


Memorial Day and the Power of Estate Planning
Memorial Day estate planning is more than just organizing your finances—it’s about preserving your story, protecting your loved ones, and honoring the values that shaped your life. This holiday, take a moment to reflect on what truly matters and how you can leave behind a legacy with purpose and clarity.
Sabine Franco
May 273 min read


How Does FAFSA Affect Estate Planning?
Did you know the way your assets are owned could impact your child’s eligibility for college financial aid? FAFSA doesn’t treat all savings equally—and your estate plan could be the key to unlocking more support. Learn how to protect your legacy and help your student get the aid they deserve.
Sabine Franco
May 92 min read


Navigating End-of-Life Care: Lessons from a Daughter's Experience
Maggie Schneider Huston's Newsweek story highlights the challenges of ensuring a loved one’s end-of-life wishes are respected.
Sabine Franco
Feb 102 min read


3 Ways You Can Benefit From Incorporating Charitable Donations In Your Legacy Plan
You are probably already aware of the tax benefits from donating to charity during your lifetime—donations to charity are tax-deductible....
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20226 min read


How does administration of a will work?
This is a great question because many people are unaware of how the process actually works, and it’s not as simple as you may think. So,...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20222 min read


Planning Your Legacy 101: Wills vs. Trusts
When it comes to legacy planning, wills and trusts are two of the most commonly used legacy planning tools, and are usually the...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20226 min read


Can I leave my 401(k) to my minor children when I die?
Although you are technically allowed to name a minor child as the beneficiary of your 401(k), IRA, or other employment-sponsored...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20222 min read


Should I leave money for my child with special needs in my will?
This may seem like the right thing to do, but the answer is actually no, and let me explain why—when planning for a loved one with...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20222 min read


Consider This Before You Create A Will Online
A last will and testament is the most commonly thought-of document when it comes to an estate plan. But really it is only a very small...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20223 min read


Preventing Family Conflict And Disputes Over Your Legacy Plan
It's hard to foresee how your loved ones will act when you die or become incapacitated, no matter how well you believe you know them....
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20227 min read


Why You Need a Trust - Even if You Aren't Rich
Do images of elegant homes and yachts come to mind when you hear the words "trust fund"? A trust fund - or trust - is an useful estate...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20223 min read


Just Married? 6 Estate Planning Essentials for Newlyweds—Part 2
As we head into peak wedding season, if you are a newlywed or are about to tie the knot, you should be adding “estate planning” to your...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20226 min read


JUST MARRIED? 6 Estate Planning Essentials for Newlyweds Part 1
Just Married? 6 Estate Planning Essentials for Newlyweds—Part 1 As we head into peak wedding season, if you are a newlywed or are about...
Sabine Franco
Jun 15, 20226 min read
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