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You may be surprised to learn that not only has asset protection planning been around for a long time, but you likely have already engaged in it at some point during your life. In fact, you probably currently have one or more types of traditional asset protection planning in place. The problem is, in many…

When arguments about inheritance arise, the pain of losing a loved one can multiply. This is especially true for those caught off guard by conflicts they never anticipated. Whether you’re expecting a battle over your estate or you are confident there will not be any fighting, it is a good idea to make sure your…

We’ve got a Code Cute New Baby Alert! On April 15, our associate attorney, Phillip Haer, became a dad. Phil and his wife, Libby, welcomed their healthy baby boy, Charles “Charlie” Robert Haer.  Charlie was born at 8 lbs 15 oz and 21 inches. We are so happy and excited for Phillip and Libby and their…

We know it’s hard. Thinking about someone else raising your children can stop you in your tracks. It feels crushing and too horrific to consider. But you must. If you don’t, a stranger will determine who raises your children if something happens to you – your children’s guardian could be a relative you despise or…

Please allow us to be frank. It’s unrealistic to think that a piece of paper you draft, reflecting your life at a certain time, will work when your life has completely changed some years later. We’ll use the Kendrick family as an example.     Meet the Kendricks Meet Bill and Karen Kendrick. They got their…

Many people who put together an estate plan do so when they start a family – assuming they put an estate plan together at all during their lifetime. While putting an estate plan together is a good thing to do, many people make few updates once the plan has been created, despite other key life…

While saying the words “I love you” is indeed romantic, you should know that putting together a well-crafted estate plan is a concrete way to care for your family in the long run. This is because doing so will help prevent your surviving family members from scrambling to figure out what to do next while…

The Franklin County Board of Revisions (BOR) hears formal complaints on property valuations and disputes on the Rental Registration fees that may have been charged to selected properties. Complaints are accepted from the end of November through the end of March, 2019. Filing a complaint allows property owners to schedule a hearing before the Board…

Five words no one ever wants to hear from their doctor: “Get your affairs in order.” Unfortunately, 58 percent of Americans do not have a will or trust, and it often requires a chronic disease or terminal illness diagnosis, or other life-changing event to prompt the estate planning process. Call us at  (614) 429-1053 to discuss completing…