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Corina Colan
Till Death or Divorce: Why You Need to Plan Now for Your Relationship’s End
After the excitement of Valentine's Day fades away and the last indulgence of chocolate is savored, it's crucial to turn our attention to...
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Corina Colan
- Apr 5
- 5 min
April Fools! How DIY Wills and Trusts Offer a False Sense of Security … and May Leave Your Family With an Expensive Mess
If you’ve been traveling around the sun for a while, you’ve no doubt heard of a Will, a document that says what happens to your money and...
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Corina Colan
- Mar 29
- 4 min
14 Ways to Show Your Finances Some Love This Year - Part 2
Last week we explored 7 ways to show your finances and your family some love with smart, tax-advantaged financial tips for the new year:...
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Corina Colan
- Mar 22
- 4 min
14 Ways to Show Your Finances Some Love This Year - Part 1
Ah, February – the month of love, where hearts flutter and chocolates abound (single people, stay with me here). But amidst the romantic...
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Corina Colan
- Mar 15
- 4 min
Think Your Kids Will Automatically Be Cared For In the Way You Want? They Might Not Be Unless You Do This
As parents, we're hardwired to prioritize our children's well-being above all else. We work tirelessly to provide for them, nurture them,...
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Corina Colan
- Mar 8
- 4 min
This New Law Makes It Easier to Save for Retirement and Pay Off School Loans At The Same Time
Navigating your financial journey with the heavy burden of student loan debt on your back can feel overwhelming. You're faced with a...
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Corina Colan
- Mar 1
- 5 min
Want to Show Your Partner How Much You Love Them? Put Them In Your Will
Love is undoubtedly the most profound and cherished thread that weaves us all together, and there are many different ways to express our...
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Corina Colan
- Feb 23
- 4 min
2 Conversations About Money and Death You Need to Have With Your Parents Right Now
If you’ve given any thought about estate planning, you probably associate it with preparing for death. But did you know that there are...
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Corina Colan
- Feb 16
- 5 min
Protecting Your Family's Safety Net: How to Set Up Your Life Insurance Policy The Right Way
A comprehensive Life & Legacy Plan is about creating a strategy that lets you enjoy your life to the fullest while protecting your loved...
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Corina Colan
- Feb 9
- 5 min
Your Most Important New Year's Resolution: A Kids Protection Plan
As we welcome the New Year, filled with hope and resolutions for a brighter future, if you have minor children or grandchildren, put this...
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Corina Colan
- Feb 2
- 4 min
This Change to The FAFSA Rules Could Help Your Grandkids Qualify for More Student Aid
Want to contribute to your grandchild’s future college education? The FAFSA Simplification Act, which went into effect last month, now...
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Corina Colan
- Jan 26
- 5 min
Hiring a Lawyer: What Flat Fees, Hourly Fees and Retainer Billing Could Mean For Your Life and Family
Trying to find the right lawyer to help with legal matters, especially if you are under the gun in a crisis situation, but even if you...
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Corina Colan
- Jan 19
- 5 min
What Caregivers Need to Know About Estate Planning for a Loved One With Dementia - Part 2
Last week, we started our discussion on estate planning for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis and what this means for their ability...
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Corina Colan
- Jan 9
- 4 min
What Caregivers Need to Know About Estate Planning for a Loved One With Dementia - Part 1
Caring for a loved one with dementia is a challenge that millions of families undertake each year. As a caregiver, understanding how a...
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Corina Colan
- Jan 5
- 5 min
What You Must Know About Your Right to Your Spouse’s Retirement Benefits
If you’re part of a blended family (meaning you are married with children from a prior marriage in the mix), you’re no stranger to the...
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Corina Colan
- Dec 29, 2023
- 4 min
Have Unused 529 College Savings? Roll Them Into a Roth in 2024
You Can Now Roll 529 College Savings Into A Roth IRA A 529 college fund is a tax-advantaged savings account that is designed to help...
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Corina Colan
- Dec 22, 2023
- 4 min
Holding Space for Grief: Ways to Comfort and Support A Loved One in Mourning
Losing a loved one is an incredibly challenging experience, and the journey through grief can be both complex and overwhelming....
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Corina Colan
- Dec 15, 2023
- 5 min
Own a Business? Do This By December 31st to Get a Year-Long Extension To The Corporate Transparency
Business ownership is a fulfilling and exciting endeavor, but it also comes with rules, responsibilities, and reporting requirements that...
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Corina Colan
- Dec 8, 2023
- 5 min
How to Talk Money With Your Family Over The Holidays
The holidays are right around the corner, which means more time to gather with family and relatives than any other time of the year. If...
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Corina Colan
- Dec 1, 2023
- 5 min
Transition to Adulthood: What Happens Legally When My Child Turns 18?
Soon after the challenges of puberty and the excitement of high school, an even larger milestone looms: the 18th birthday. It marks your...
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