July, 2019

On-Line Deposit Accounts

Everyone wants to make the best return on their hard-earned money and many people shop around to find the best interest rate.  In our world today, we may find better rates at on-line banking sites than we can find in our brick and mortar banks.  BUYER BEWARE! In working on an estate recently, the decedent […]

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The Future of Dying

As we look back in history, the memorialization of the deceased have been very diverse among the cultures of our world. In the U.S., we see a mix of the different cultures based upon personal preferences as well as religious beliefs.  So, what is ahead in the future with regard to dying and memorialization of […]

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Will You Make Your Kids Angry After You Die?

During my career of doing estate administration, I found in the earlier years that the beneficiaries were more appreciative of what they received.  The children got along and all was well.  However, our society has changed and now there are many cases ending up in court to settle matters which were not able to be […]

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Being Safe and Secure Online

I know you keep hearing about online security and soon you will say, if you haven’t already, that I am like a broken record.  But in today’s world, one cannot be too safe or secure.  Cookies on the internet are tiny files that are transferred to your computer from websites you visit.  This is a […]

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Are You Thinking of Selling Your Home?

You think about it but are concerned about a large capital gain if you have owned your home for several years.  You don’t want all of the profit to be spent in paying capital gains’ tax.  Do not fear.  There is good news for sellers.  When you file your income taxes for the year of […]

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