Articles
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Who Raises Your Children If You Die Tomorrow? The Estate Planning Question Most Parents Avoid
Written by: Attorney Anne Harris Nobody wants to think about it. Not really. You can acknowledge it intellectually, the way you acknowledge that car accidents happen or that people get sick without warning. But sitting… Read “Who Raises Your Children If You Die Tomorrow? The Estate Planning Question Most Parents Avoid”
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5 Reasons High-Earners in St. Louis Keep Putting Off Their Estate Plan
Written by: Attorney Scott Stork You are good at this. You built a career that most people would envy. You manage complexity at work every single day. You make hard decisions, meet deadlines, and provide for your family… Read “5 Reasons High-Earners in St. Louis Keep Putting Off Their Estate Plan”
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Dad Needs a Nursing Home. Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide for Missouri Families.
Written by: Attorney Anne Harris You didn’t expect the conversation to go this way. Maybe it started with a fall, a diagnosis, or a phone call from a doctor saying your dad can no longer safely live at home. Now you’re… Read “Dad Needs a Nursing Home. Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide for Missouri Families.”
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How Do I Start the Estate Planning Conversation with My Parents?
Written by: Attorney Marcus Tecarro You already know the conversation needs to happen. Maybe your dad had a health scare recently, or your mom is starting to struggle with things she used to handle easily. Maybe you’ve… Read “How Do I Start the Estate Planning Conversation with My Parents?”
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Your Kids Are Grown. Your Estate Plan Should Be Too
Written by: Attorney Scott Stork There is a particular kind of false comfort that comes with having an estate plan you have not looked at in fifteen years. It is still there. It is still signed. It still technically… Read “Your Kids Are Grown. Your Estate Plan Should Be Too”
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Durable Power of Attorney: Why It’s a Must-Have Document
Imagine this: you’re in the prime of your life, managing your finances and health effortlessly, when an unexpected accident leaves you unable to make decisions for yourself. Without proper planning, your loved ones may… Read “Durable Power of Attorney: Why It’s a Must-Have Document”
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Incapacity Planning: How to Prepare for Life’s Uncertainties
What Happens When You’re Unable to Take Control of Your Own Life? Life is unpredictable, and none of us can foresee what tomorrow may bring. While it might feel uncomfortable to imagine a time when you’re unable to make… Read “Incapacity Planning: How to Prepare for Life’s Uncertainties”
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Navigating Power of Attorney in St. Charles County: Your Guide to the Different Types
As you journey through the world of estate planning, you’ll inevitably encounter the concept of “power of attorney.” But did you know that there are various types, each serving a unique purpose? Polaris Estate Planning… Read “Navigating Power of Attorney in St. Charles County: Your Guide to the Different Types”
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Estate Planning 101: Understanding Medical Power of Attorney
When most folks think about estate planning they think about wills, trusts, and other asset-management tools. An estate plan is synonymous with financial organization and leaving everything in order for one’s heirs. And… Read “Estate Planning 101: Understanding Medical Power of Attorney”