The Show Must Go On: Who Gets Matthew Perry’s Friends’ Residuals?
Matthew Perry may have passed away, but the enduring legacy of his role as Chandler Bing on Friends continues, including the substantial residual income from the show’s syndication and streaming. The Friends cast stands among the highest-paid in television history, with each member earning $1 million per episode during the final seasons and ongoing residuals […]
Grave Mistakes of the Rich and Famous: Nightmarish Estates
As Halloween approaches with its eerie ambiance, let us shine a light on a subject that often lurks in the shadows and at the bottom of your To-Do List: estate planning. The absence of a well-structured estate plan can cast a chilling specter over everything you have worked so hard for and leave a trail […]
Who is the Man Who “Forgot” To Die…and Inspired the Netflix Documentary: Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones?
Sometimes, stories come along that defy our understanding of what it means to live a long and fulfilling life. The story of Stamatis Moraitis is one such tale, a testament to the power of resilience, humor, and the simple life. Such tales have prompted the study of longevity hot spots, or “Blue Zones”. These are […]
Mission Impossible: Did You Procrastinate and Miss This Summer’s 5 Blockbuster Hits?
Procrastination, the art of delaying tasks, is a habit that often starts small and then seeps into more monumental endeavors. From movie theaters to everyday life, an intriguing connection can be drawn between the act of putting off seeing movies in theaters and procrastinating on other responsibilities. At first glance, these might seem unrelated, but […]
Even Hot Dog Eating Contests Require Waivers?
If Major League Eating had a sun, it would rise and set on the Fourth of July in Coney Island. Move over Nathan’s Famous Hotdogs, as summertime eating contests are increasingly “a thing.” Food eating contests are so popular due to their novelty, competitive nature, and attractive cash prizes. They offer a spectacle, captivating audiences […]
Maintaining the Magic: Your Ultimate Summer Home Maintenance Checklist
Can you smell that? It is the first whiff upon entering your summer home sweet home. Hopefully it smells like an ocean breeze or freshly cut grass. If your seasonal home is not maintained properly, your first whiff may be less than aromatic: mold, mildew, mouse droppings, or stagnant water. These scents have the power […]
Commander-in-Chill: Unveiling the Vacation Homes of America’s Past Presidents
Commander-in-Chill: Unveiling the Vacation Homes of America’s Past Presidents This week marked the 247th birthday of America. The 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, symbolizes the nation’s hard-fought journey to freedom after proclaiming liberty from British rule. Today we still celebrate our freedom with parades, fireworks, and all-American cuisine like hamburgers and hotdogs. Presidents deliver […]
Are You Planning the Great Family Escape?
Are You Planning the Great Family Escape? When we think of family heirlooms, we think of jewelry, quilts, antiques, maybe even gold teeth. You get the gist. Yet the most treasured possessions are the memories created by experiences. Experiences like ziplining past a troop of monkey, walking the Coliseum in Rome with your family, […]
Best and Worst Dads in History: How Do You Stack Up?
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! Your children may sometimes think you are a tyrant, but you have nothing on the men who were really despots and oppressors. Forget about ruling nations; you are the master of the little fiefdom known as your family. You are their protector and their provider, making sure all their needs are […]
5 Tough Female Cookies Who Are Bound to Inspire
Matriarch, Entrepreneur, Boss-Lady, Olympian, Mama, Empress, Grandma, Senator…the list is Endless! What do these buzz-words have in common? They reflect strong women who have profoundly affected history books and made their influence known. Women have founded cities, shaped nations, discovered radium and polonium, all while keeping households running efficiently (perhaps the toughest job of all!) […]
