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Drafting your own will might feel like a smart way to save time and a bit of money, but a single error can derail your entire legacy. You want to make things easier for your family, yet an unenforceable or vague will can lead to years of stress and confusion. It's...
Estate planning is not just about distributing your wealth after you pass away. It is a comprehensive approach to protecting your hard-earned assets during your lifetime and putting tools in place so that they transfer according to your wishes. Whether you are just...
He paid all the bills. Then he had a stroke. She didn't even know which bank they used. This scenario becomes a reality for many Wisconsin couples where one partner takes the lead on financial management. While dividing labor makes sense in a busy household, financial...
Planning as a parent is an endless task. You're juggling countless daily plans like what to make for dinner with long-term plans like saving for their college. An estate plan can seem like just another thing to do, and you wouldn't be alone if you just wanted to put...
A lawsuit can feel scary, especially when you start thinking about your house, your car or your savings. If someone sues you in Wisconsin and they win, the court doesn't automatically take your things. Instead, the winning party becomes a judgment creditor, someone...
Deciding who will make decisions for you if you cannot speak for yourself is a deeply personal part of estate planning. The people you select should be capable of handling serious responsibilities with a steady hand and a clear mind. Taking the time to choose...
As your assets grow and your family situation evolves, protecting what you have worked hard to build becomes increasingly important. While revocable trusts offer flexibility, irrevocable trusts provide unique advantages that can address specific financial and legal...
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia dramatically changes health care needs and plans for the future, so it is wise to have updated care planning documents in place. While you might have a standard Power of Attorney for Health Care, these documents...
Creating your estate plan is a vital step in protecting your legacy and planning for the future. No matter what your plan entails, having one in place should give you meaningful peace of mind. However, estate planning is not necessarily a one-time event or singular...
Congratulations on reaching retirement! After decades of hard work, you have built a life worth protecting. Now is the perfect time to take steps to help better ensure your assets and wishes are safeguarded no matter what life may throw at you as you enjoy this well...