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The Surprising Connection Between Meal Planning and Estate Planning Done the Right Way
Karen Ahrens 9/14/25 Karen Ahrens 9/14/25

The Surprising Connection Between Meal Planning and Estate Planning Done the Right Way

How you approach meal planning reveals your deepest values about money and time – and surprisingly, it mirrors exactly how you should approach protecting your family's future…

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Don’t Lose Your Family Stories: How to Preserve Your Legacy Before It’s Too Late
Karen Ahrens 9/7/25 Karen Ahrens 9/7/25

Don’t Lose Your Family Stories: How to Preserve Your Legacy Before It’s Too Late

Every day, families lose irreplaceable stories when loved ones die without recording their wisdom, traditions, and memories. Don't let your family's history disappear too...

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The $1.5 Million Estate Planning Mistake You Can’t Afford to Make
Karen Ahrens 9/1/25 Karen Ahrens 9/1/25

The $1.5 Million Estate Planning Mistake You Can’t Afford to Make

You think you've done everything right with your estate planning. Then tragedy strikes, and a simple paperwork error costs your children $1.5 million in taxes…

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When Every Dollar Counts: How Labor Day Reminds Us That Life & Legacy Planning Is More Essential Than Ever
Karen Ahrens 8/24/25 Karen Ahrens 8/24/25

When Every Dollar Counts: How Labor Day Reminds Us That Life & Legacy Planning Is More Essential Than Ever

With inflation eating away at purchasing power and wages barely keeping pace, American workers are feeling the squeeze like never before. This Labor Day, discover why protecting what you've worked so hard to build has never been more important...

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When Fame Can’t Fix Family: What Hulk Hogan’s Estate Teaches Us About Failed Planning
Karen Ahrens 8/17/25 Karen Ahrens 8/17/25

When Fame Can’t Fix Family: What Hulk Hogan’s Estate Teaches Us About Failed Planning

Fame and fortune couldn't protect wrestling legend Hulk Hogan's family from the heartbreak of estrangement and inheritance disputes. His story reveals why even celebrities need estate planning that goes beyond the documents...

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Why Estate Documents Fail: The Hidden Truth About Traditional Estate Planning
Karen Ahrens 8/10/25 Karen Ahrens 8/10/25

Why Estate Documents Fail: The Hidden Truth About Traditional Estate Planning

You created your estate plan documents, thinking you did the right thing. But then your loved ones are left dealing with a time-consuming, expensive mess you left them…

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“It Has Been Such a Good Life”: The Legacy Your Loved Ones Need
Karen Ahrens 8/3/25 Karen Ahrens 8/3/25

“It Has Been Such a Good Life”: The Legacy Your Loved Ones Need

When Anna Harp lost her father, she didn’t get to say goodbye—but she found a final note that changed everything…

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Nobody Prepared Me for This! The Reality of Managing Inherited Real Estate
Karen Ahrens 7/27/25 Karen Ahrens 7/27/25

Nobody Prepared Me for This! The Reality of Managing Inherited Real Estate

Inheriting a home comes with hidden responsibilities that can overwhelm grieving families. From security concerns to ongoing maintenance, learn what to expect and how proper planning can prevent costly surprises…

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100 Heirs, $17 Billion, and 1 Big Estate Plan: What You Can Learn from a Tech Billionaire
Karen Ahrens 7/20/25 Karen Ahrens 7/20/25

100 Heirs, $17 Billion, and 1 Big Estate Plan: What You Can Learn from a Tech Billionaire

What happens when one person has over 100 heirs? Whether you’re worth $17 billion or not, a thoughtful plan is essential to ensure your wealth—and your values—are passed on the way you intend…

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The Life-or-Death Decisions Your Family Shouldn’t Have to Make Alone
Karen Ahrens 7/13/25 Karen Ahrens 7/13/25

The Life-or-Death Decisions Your Family Shouldn’t Have to Make Alone

Organ donation can save lives, but a recent investigation revealed how a lack of planning can lead to devastating mistakes…

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When Paradise Turns to Pain: Jimmy Buffett’s Estate Battle
Karen Ahrens 7/6/25 Karen Ahrens 7/6/25

When Paradise Turns to Pain: Jimmy Buffett’s Estate Battle

Jimmy Buffett built an empire around the laid-back "Margaritaville" lifestyle, but his $275 million estate has become anything but relaxing for his family…

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Life, Liberty, and Legacy: How Life & Legacy Planning Promotes Independence
Karen Ahrens 6/29/25 Karen Ahrens 6/29/25

Life, Liberty, and Legacy: How Life & Legacy Planning Promotes Independence

Independence Day reminds us that true freedom requires intentional planning and sacrifice. Just as the founders created a framework for lasting liberty, your Life & Legacy Plan creates lasting security for your loved ones…

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A Texas Mail Carrier’s Act of Love Shows Why Your Pets Need a Plan Too
Karen Ahrens 6/22/25 Karen Ahrens 6/22/25

A Texas Mail Carrier’s Act of Love Shows Why Your Pets Need a Plan Too

When Ian Burke, a Texas mail carrier, rushed to adopt Floyd—a 70-pound dog whose owner had died—he saved one pet from an uncertain fate, but thousands of others aren't so lucky…

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What Priscilla Presley’s Lawsuit Reveals About the Prevalence of Elder Abuse
Karen Ahrens 6/15/25 Karen Ahrens 6/15/25

What Priscilla Presley’s Lawsuit Reveals About the Prevalence of Elder Abuse

Priscilla Presley's $1 million fraud lawsuit reveals how financial predators systematically target older adults and why Life & Legacy Planning provides protection against elder financial abuse...

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This Father’s Day Take Your Provision One Step Further
Karen Ahrens 6/8/25 Karen Ahrens 6/8/25

This Father’s Day Take Your Provision One Step Further

Father's Day reminds us that being a dad means more than providing for today—it's about securing your family's future...

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Pride Month & Planning: Securing a Legacy That Lasts
Karen Ahrens 6/1/25 Karen Ahrens 6/1/25

Pride Month & Planning: Securing a Legacy That Lasts

Pride Month is a perfect time to consider the unique legal challenges LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families face despite advances in equality. Here’s why…

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The Missing Will Mystery: How Zappos CEO’s Estate Chaos Could Have Been Avoided
Karen Ahrens 5/25/25 Karen Ahrens 5/25/25

The Missing Will Mystery: How Zappos CEO’s Estate Chaos Could Have Been Avoided

Tony Hsieh's cautionary tale shows why proper estate planning with regular reviews is critical, regardless of your wealth or age…

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Beyond Remembrance: How Memorial Day Can Inspire Leaving Your Own Legacy
Karen Ahrens 5/18/25 Karen Ahrens 5/18/25

Beyond Remembrance: How Memorial Day Can Inspire Leaving Your Own Legacy

Memorial Day offers us more than a time for barbecues and retail sales—it's an opportunity to reflect on legacy and mortality...

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Why Business Owners Deserve More Than an Easy or Cheap Estate Plan
Karen Ahrens 5/11/25 Karen Ahrens 5/11/25

Why Business Owners Deserve More Than an Easy or Cheap Estate Plan

When you're a business owner, an easy or cheap estate plan can leave your business vulnerable. Learn why your business documents and estate plan must work together, and what can happen if they don’t…

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A Mother’s Legacy: Estate Planning as Your Greatest Expression of Love
Karen Ahrens 5/3/25 Karen Ahrens 5/3/25

A Mother’s Legacy: Estate Planning as Your Greatest Expression of Love

This Mother's Day, consider a gift that truly lasts forever. Estate planning isn't just about legal documents—it's one of the most profound expressions of maternal love, allowing parents to extend their care, wisdom, and protection long after they're gone…

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