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Life, Liberty, and Legacy: How Life & Legacy Planning Promotes Independence

Independence Day reminds us that true freedom requires intentional planning and sacrifice. Just as the founders created a framework for lasting liberty, your Life & Legacy Plan creates lasting security for your loved ones.

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A Texas Mail Carrier’s Act of Love Shows Why Your Pets Need a Plan Too

When Ian Burke, a Texas mail carrier, rushed to adopt Floyd—a 70-pound dog whose owner had died—he saved one pet from an uncertain fate, but thousands of others aren’t so lucky.

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Breaking the Cycle: How Life & Legacy Planning Protects Black Families’ Generational Wealth

For generations, Black families have faced systemic barriers that have disrupted wealth building and transfer, but Life & Legacy Planning offers a powerful tool to break these cycles.

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This Father’s Day Take Your Provision One Step Further

Father’s Day reminds us that being a dad means more than providing for today—it’s about securing your family’s future.

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Pride Month & Planning: Securing a Legacy That Lasts

Pride Month is a perfect time to consider the unique legal challenges LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families face despite advances in equality. Here’s why.

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The Missing Will Mystery: How Zappos CEO’s Estate Chaos Could Have Been Avoided

Tony Hsieh’s cautionary tale shows why proper estate planning with regular reviews is critical, regardless of your wealth or age.

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Beyond Remembrance: How Memorial Day Can Inspire Leaving Your Own Legacy

Memorial Day offers us more than a time for barbecues and retail sales—it’s an opportunity to reflect on legacy and mortality.

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Why Business Owners Deserve More Than an Easy or Cheap Estate Plan

When you’re a business owner, an easy or cheap estate plan can leave your business vulnerable. Learn why your business documents and estate plan must work together, and what can happen if they don’t.

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A Mother’s Legacy: Estate Planning as Your Greatest Expression of Love

This Mother’s Day, consider a gift that truly lasts forever. Estate planning isn’t just about legal documents—it’s one of the most profound expressions of maternal love, allowing parents to extend their care, wisdom, and protection long after they’re gone.

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The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025: What It Could Mean for You and Your Loved Ones

The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025 could dramatically change how wealth transfers between generations, potentially eliminating the estate tax entirely. Learn what this proposed legislation might mean for you.

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