Let’s Face it, Privacy is a Concern
With the rise of technology and the emerging internet of things, an escalating concern for privacy has emerged. The complexity of the challenges companies face to respect the human right to privacy is growing substantially. They are also impacting all industries—there is not a single company that is unaffected by the privacy challenge. One of the […]
High School Graduation and Planning for the Future
Every New Chapter in Life, Requires Planning Where did the time go? It seems like only yesterday that your baby was learning how to walk and today they are walking across a stage to receive their high school diploma. Their future is full of hope, and you as a parent are well deserved to share […]
People with Addictions and Estate Planning
Drug Addiction Do you have a child or loved one who struggles with addiction? Addiction often results from drug or alcohol abuse and can be devastating for family members. A class of drugs that is recently impacting the nation is opioids. These drugs include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally […]
Changes in Medicaid on the Horizon
This year could mark a significant change for Medicaid programs across the nation. Some states look to broaden the government insurance program to more needy individuals while others seek to add more requirements for people to qualify. States in Favor of Expanding Medicaid In April, consumer advocates in Utah announced they won enough signatures to […]
Plan Ahead on Mother’s Day
5 Crucial Estate Planning Tips Every Single Parent Should Know We salute all single moms (and single dads) for taking on the hardest job ever; raising your children. This is a true test of self-sacrifice, love, devotion, and of course, sleepless nights. Raising happy healthy humans is now the biggest part of your life. Unfortunately, […]
Weathering the Storm with New Florida Laws
One of the costs of living in beautiful South Florida is an annual visit from Mother Nature and her threats of hurricanes. People who are not native Floridians tend to overlook the dangers of a hurricane’s aftermath. When Hurricane Irma struck the Sunshine State last September, a transformer that powered the air conditioner at the […]
Elderly Love Around the World
Getting older is not just a physiological process, it is also a cultural one. Different cultures have different beliefs and customs regarding aging and death, and these cultural paradigms can have a huge impact on our experience of aging. While many cultures celebrate getting older and revere their elders, in western culture – aging may be viewed […]
Tips on Maintaining a Snowbird Lifestyle
Every year many people flock from colder regions of the United States and Canada to sunny locations in Arizona, Florida and other states. To these snowbirds, seasonal migration is a way of having their cake and eating too – an opportunity to stay in touch with family and friends, while also enjoying a change of […]
Inheriting a Home? Expect the Unexpected
After the passing of a family member, you may become the recipient of a parcel of real estate, such as a home, an apartment, a trailer home, or some open land. Yet, with every windfall comes serious obligations. Consider the following issues that you will likely face: Probate When someone passes away (decedent) and owns […]
Estate Plans of the Rich and Famous
Are you thinking of setting up an estate plan? Potential pitfalls and lessons on effective estate planning can be gleaned from the ultra rich and famous. Specifically, Hugh Hefner and Prince Rogers Nelson better known as “Prince” are perfect examples of what to do and what not to do when it comes to estate planning. […]
