We are in the first few weeks of the back-to-school season! Many students are starting to settle back into their school-year routines and are becoming accustomed to new rhythms and ways of doing things. For some, however, it may feel a bit harder to figure things out or to do things the way it seems they are expected to do them. As a parent, you may be starting to notice that your child is struggling in some way. If so, we want to make parents aware of accommodations and modifications that schools offer that may help their children with completing their schoolwork or make them more comfortable in an educational setting. [Read more…]
Grandparents Day
This Sunday is National Grandparents Day! Grandparents and elders play a crucial role in molding and ensuring a promising future for the upcoming generations, and we’d like to take a moment to recognize the ways they nurture, develop, and shape our lives. [Read more…]
Back to School
It’s that time of year again! Children of all ages are going back to school. During this time, it’s not only important to pack your backpack and do back-to-school shopping, but it’s also a good time to think about doing your estate planning homework and creating or updating an estate plan as a part of ensuring that your children are taken care of. Here are a few things you might want to consider for your “back-to-school” estate planning list. [Read more…]
Road Trip Survival Guide
A summer road trip is a great way to spend quality time with your family, experience new food and activities as well as educate your kids about geography and different places in an exciting way! While road trips can be a fun activity to do with your family, if you have little ones, it may be hard to keep them entertained during the long journey. The fussing, bickering, and continuous “Are we there yet” can get old after a while. By planning and adding a few special things to your itinerary, you can make sure to have the easiest trip possible with your kiddos. We’ve outlined a road trip survival guide to make sure that your family has the best trip possible! [Read more…]
Estate Planning Before Summer Vacation
Summer is here and it is time for vacation! … Well almost.
Before going on your family getaway, it is important to have an estate plan. We know you are probably more concerned about your towel, sunscreen, and flip flops, (let’s be honest, we’re pretty concerned about those things on our vacations too) but if the worst happens and an accident occurs on your trip, you will want to have a plan in place. A thorough estate plan will not only protect you but also protect your family if anything happens to you and you are unable to make decisions or communicate your wishes. [Read more…]
Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day to all the great Dads out there! This Father Day, give back to your dad by helping him develop an estate plan. By offering your time to help your father create an estate plan, you are ensuring his protection as he has protected you all your life. You are also helping him to protect his loved ones and create a legacy. [Read more…]
Planning for your High School Graduate
Congratulations to all recent high school graduates! As graduation season comes to an end, it is time to think about planning and preparing for their future. Once your child turns 18, they legally become an adult, which comes with many responsibilities. As a parent, now is the best time to encourage them to prepare essential legal documents in case of an emergency, especially basic estate planning documents. Here are a few suggestions on documents your high school graduate should have before heading off to college or their first full-time job. [Read more…]
Estate Planning for New Moms
Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful moms out there! For some, this may be your first Mother’s Day. Whether you have been a mom for a day or twenty years, we can generally all agree that we want to protect and love our children. In this blog, we will highlight the important estate planning actions you should take and the changes to make as a new or expecting mom to make sure your children are taken care of in the ways that matter to you. [Read more…]
Blended Family’s Estate Planning
After getting divorced or losing a spouse, some people may choose to get remarried. It is important to protect not only your significant other but also your children. Along with ensuring that your plan cares for your loved ones in the way you want, it is also especially important in blended families to communicate your wishes clearly so that everyone is on the same page to decrease any chances of frustration or fighting after you die. [Read more…]
Information Binder for Parents and Children
This spring, put some time aside to make a Family Binder.
What is a Family binder? A family binder is a binder where you keep any important information about you and your family. It is important to have one in case of an emergency, so you can find any important information immediately or if you suddenly must leave your family, pets, and medical conditions in the hands of someone else.