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The deadline to file your income tax return is fast approaching, as April 15th is just five weeks away. If April 16th arrives, however, and you have yet to file your tax return, you may be worried about the penalties that you may be subjected to by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). If you do miss the deadline, do not… Read More

Tax season began on January 28th this year, and many of us have already started the process of gathering the necessary information to file our returns. We may pay taxes every year, but that does not mean it is a simple process. Did you know that making small errors while filing can add up to costly mistakes? Complying with tax… Read More

When your loved one has special needs, you know that there are many unique challenges you face that many others have never thought of before. Disability manifests in different forms for different people. Our experience has shown us throughout the years that no one case is identical to another, but that individuals with special needs need help from their loved ones,… Read More

Do you believe that you have ever experienced a “mental fog” or disorientation after taking certain medications, like antihistamines? While it may be a normal side effect, it can also come with long-term risks not previously known to scientists. According to several landmark studies in recent years, certain categories of drugs known as anticholinergics and benzodiazepines have been linked to elevated risks of… Read More

Preparing for a hurricane doesn’t just mean securing your home or relocating from the area in advance of an oncoming super-storm, it also means knowing what to do after a hurricane passes. There’s a lot more to it than simply cleaning up yard debris and waiting for your electricity to be restored, if necessary. It can be an extremely hazardous… Read More

Earlier this year, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law and quickly began taking effect. As many of you may know, the new tax law brings significant changes to the future tax landscape, many of which differ for each of us. Despite these differences, there are some commonalities found within the tax law, specifically for parents,… Read More

Creating a comprehensive plan to distribute your assets and provide for your loved ones after your death is one of the more challenging, but rewarding tasks you will undertake. Estate planning, however, is more than just establishing a last will and testament or a trust agreement. A separate document, called a durable power of attorney, ensures that your affairs are… Read More

In America, anyone can sue for just about anything. But the question is always whether they can win the lawsuit. Challenging a last will and testament or a revocable trust is no different. Disgruntled family members such as children or a spouse from a previous marriage, or an any individual who might be expecting to inherit a larger share of… Read More

If you are currently struggling to choose a decision maker for yourself, know you are not alone. Many people have difficulty deciding who they want to carry out tough decisions for them on their behalf. A decision maker might have to make legal, financial and medical decisions for you if you become incapacitated. These decisions will have an effect on… Read More
Hurricane Harvey has revealed just how important paper documents continue to be, even in the digital age. It is incredibly frustrating to be denied the help you need to get your life back together because the disaster that caused your problems also destroyed the paperwork you are being asked to provide to prove you qualify for assistance. Below is a…Read More