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March 2008

   

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

I want to wish everyone a very Happy St. Patrick's Day. I hope you enjoy this issue of my newsletter. My goal is to provide peace of mind to my clients by making sure their estate planning affairs are in order. If you have any questions about what I do, please feel free to contact me. If I can help you grow YOUR business, please contact me.



This Month's Articles:

 

Seniors Need to File Tax Return to Get Rebate Check

Seniors can benefit from the economic stimulus law enacted on February 13, 2008, but they need to file an income tax return, even if they do not have any tax liability.

Why Not Just Use an Off-the-Shelf Power of Attorney Form?
A durable power of attorney is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have. There are many do-it-yourself power of attorney forms available; however, it is a good idea to have an attorney draft the form for you. There are many issues to consider and one size does not fit all.

BOOK REVIEW: My Life Book

When a loved one dies, family members have a lot to do -- from calling family and friends to sorting through household finances -- and My Life Book can make their life easier. Written by a financial advisor who works with caregivers, this book helps you organize your personal information, wishes, and desires in a way that your family can access them.


Temporary Capital Gains Tax Break Can Help Seniors

Over the next two years, seniors can take advantage of a capital gains tax break. From 2008 to 2010, taxpayers in the 10 and 15 percent tax brackets will pay zero percent in capital gains taxes.

Is It Better to Remarry or Just Live Together?

Finding love later in life may be unexpected and exciting, but should it lead to marriage? The considerations are much different for an older couple with adult children and retirement plans than for a young couple just starting out.

 
The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience.This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship.

 

When one parent dies, the children have to quickly learn to deal with their own grief as well as to assist their surviving parent. This book is packed with information that will help families provide support to a newly widowed parent.