Understanding Trusts in Estate Planning
Trusts play an important role in estate planning, but they can be confusing to understand. This is in part because trusts come in several forms, each with a specific…
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Who Should I Name as Guardian For My Children?
Have you named a guardian for your children?
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The Impacts of COVID-19 on Estate Planning
If the situation with COVID-19 has you considering the “what if” scenarios, you’re not alone.
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Here’s What Happens in the State of New York If You Don’t Have an Estate Plan
Your family means everything to you, but it’s easy with the hectic pace of life to forget about setting up important legal mechanisms that can protect their futures.
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Renovations – What To Do Before Selling
As parents, many of us struggle with the benefits of staying in New York City vs. moving to the suburbs. Or, we find ourselves with a growing family and the need for a…
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Five Common Misconceptions about Private Adoption in New York and New Jersey
What are the five most common misconceptions about New Jersey and New York private adoption?
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For most families, moving to a new town and buying a house can be simultaneous acts. That’s not really the case in New York City. Many people who first move to the city…
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What do a financial advisor and a building contractor have in common? On the surface, probably not all that much. Hopefully they can both help you to sleep well at night…
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Have a Nanny? Here Are Five Things to Include in Your Emergency Plan
Emergencies happen all the time: a child chokes on his dinner, your home has a gas leak, mom misses her flight and will not be home to care for kids, your nanny has an…
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