Category: Children

guardianship

Choosing Guardianship for Your Children: A Critical Part of Estate Planning

Choosing guardianship for your children is one of the most important decisions in estate planning. By selecting the right person, providing financial resources, communicating your parenting philosophy, and ensuring easy access to estate plans, you can create a stable and supportive future for your children. If you haven’t yet named a guardian or need to update your estate plan, now is the time to take action.

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March 7, 2025 No Comments

The Financial Implications Of Hiring A Nanny For Child Care

Hiring a nanny over using daycare can offer personalized care and certain conveniences, but it also comes with significant financial and employer responsibilities. From payroll taxes and liability insurance to agency fees and contract considerations, the costs and time associated with correctly managing it all can add up quickly. By understanding these financial implications and planning accordingly, you can make an informed decision that aligns with your family’s needs and budget.

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September 10, 2024 No Comments

Top 5 Changes to the FAFSA form

The FAFSA Simplication Act will have families seeing changes to their application process and aid package this year. Many will do well by the calculation adjustments. And at the very least, they should find the application process much easier. Others may walk away with less than expected.

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February 19, 2024 No Comments

Life Insurance For Children: Pros & Cons

Life insurance can provide a valuable safety net for loved ones who depend on you financially. But children usually don’t have jobs, so no one depends on their income. Forbes look at the possible reasons for buying life insurance for children.

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January 6, 2024 No Comments

Just Married: Newlywed Estate Planning Cheat Sheet

I’ve had a slew of clients adding “wedding” to their list of goals. Is their 20-something child even engaged yet – not necessarily, they just want to be prepared when the special day comes. But a part from funding the day, there is plenty else to consider as two become one.

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May 9, 2023 No Comments

Where to Best Save for College

The attraction of 529 college savings programs is that they provide for investment earnings to grow on a tax-deferred basis, making them a tax-savvy choice compared to other options.

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April 20, 2023 No Comments

Direct PLUS Loans

Direct PLUS loans have become very popular in college planning. This post by Student Aid should answer all your major questions. It also goes into good detail on how to start repaying them after graduation vs at disbursement.

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July 19, 2022 No Comments

College Planning Timeline

Although the college application process begins in earnest during your senior year, there are things you can be doing along the way to ensure you’re ready to put your best foot forward.

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May 3, 2022 No Comments

Keeping the Holidays Happy During COVID-19

The holidays are here as we struggle to find a balance between safe and sane during COVID-19, all while our children are watching. Here is some great tips from pediatricians on how to keep calm and carry-on.

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December 9, 2020 No Comments

Budget Basics for College Students

One extracurricular activity that every student can master while in college is personal money management. Typically, a student’s daily spending is done on an improvised

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September 20, 2020 No Comments

Newborn Considerations

Congratulations!! Now let’s get down to business. There is often so much excitement, joy, and preparation for the baby’s first week home that we can

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September 13, 2016 1 Comment