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    Contemplating Aging in Place [Episode 126]

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    Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and co-host Jill Albers focus their discussion on the on-going debate of aging in place vs. moving to a facility or community that offers amenities and care options. They highlight an article from the Wall Street Journal

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    Understanding Undue Influence

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    Clear intentions are a priority when planning your estate. Your estate planning documents need to be able to outline your wishes and illuminate a path to action that reflects what you had in mind. In order to create these plans

    eldercaredev October 22, 2019October 15, 2020 Estate Planning Read more

    Be Wary of Prepaid Funeral Deals

    Be Wary of Prepaid Funeral Deals

    Most people would rather not think about their own deaths, but unless medical science can somehow come up with an immortality pill, we all have to go sometime. Given that uncomfortable reality, some individuals actually face their inevitable departure with

    eldercaredev September 13, 2019November 19, 2020 Estate Planning Read more

    Chris Cornell’s Ex-Wife, Daughter Clash With Widow Over Estate

    Chris Cornell’s Ex-Wife, Daughter Clash With Widow Over Estate

    Even if you die with a will in place, it still may not be enough. Your loved ones may find themselves involved in a dispute over your life’s work. They may have the best of intentions, but still believe that

    eldercaredev June 21, 2019July 9, 2020 Estate Planning, Uncategorized Read more

    Providing for Beneficiaries With Special Needs

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    Whether they are establishing a basic last will and testament or crafting a complex, multi-faceted estate plan, everybody who makes legal arrangements for the future of their inheritors naturally is motivated by unique personal priorities. In certain straightforward cases –

    eldercaredev June 5, 2019July 9, 2020 Estate Planning Read more

    What Will Happen to Your “Stuff” When You Are Gone?

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    When an elderly gentleman in the Midwest went to draft his estate plan, he had no problems setting up his will to divide his measurable wealth equally among his five grown children. His financial assets and real estate holdings would

    eldercaredev March 29, 2019July 9, 2020 Estate Planning Read more

    Case Illustrates the Need for Tempered Expectations During Probate Proceedings

    Case Illustrates the Need for Tempered Expectations During Probate Proceedings

    After you have died, you want to be able to leave your assets and possessions to those you love in the least complicated way possible. You do not want your loved ones to go through additional heartache or distress. They

    eldercaredev March 19, 2019July 9, 2020 Estate Planning Read more

    Assuring Your Children’s Future Security Can Start Right Away

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    Giving to those we love can be a joyful experience, and that is especially true for most parents. Some people’s warmest memories probably include giving presents to their young children and sharing in the resulting happy reactions. As you and

    eldercaredev March 19, 2019July 9, 2020 Estate Planning Read more

    Avicii’s Lack of Estate Plan Highlights Why You Should Have a Plan in Place

    Avicii’s Lack of Estate Plan Highlights Why You Should Have a Plan in Place

    When you die without a plan in place, your wishes regarding all that you leave behind are unrealized. You do not have any say in what happens to any of the property or financial assets, and those you leave behind

    eldercaredev January 17, 2019July 9, 2020 Estate Planning Read more

    The Importance of Having a Will

    The Importance of Having a Will

    If you were anywhere near a TV, radio, or newspaper in August, you undoubtedly heard that Aretha Franklin, “The Queen of Soul,” had died. Tributes and remembrances poured in, as countless Americans honored the singer of such famous hits as

    eldercaredev September 14, 2018July 9, 2020 Estate Planning Read more
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    Welcome to Life’s Third Act, hosted by attorney and CPA Joe Cordell. We explore the fascinating lessons learned from celebrity estates, uncovering insights into estate planning, wealth management, and family dynamics. Through the triumphs and pitfalls of high-profile legacies, we delve into the stories that shape lasting legacies and inspire smarter planning for the future.

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    From Vaudeville to Victim: An Icon Swindled By His Own Stepson – Part 1 – Ep 134
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    In the latest episode of Life’s Third Act, host Joe Cordell delves into the legacy of one of America’s most prolific actors of all time, Mickey Rooney. Having starred in over 300 pictures, ranging from the silent film era to the digital age, Rooney is remembered for his lifetime of work and memorable performances. Notable films include “Boys Town”, “The Black Stallion”, and “Night at The Museum”.

    Despite being one of MGM’s most successful actors, Rooney was left virtually broke later in his life. Even though he had a colorful and illustrious career, Rooney’s finances and estates painted a rather tragic picture. Tune in for part two to discover how the acclaimed star went on hard times at the hands of his own family.

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