[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] I was recently asked by a new client what I find to be the main thing couples struggle with when it comes to making, and agreeing on, estate planning decisions. It was an easy answer – naming who will be the guardian(s) of their children. Not only is...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] It’s a New Year, and for many people that means a time to regroup and reset. It’s a time to reflect on finances, health, habits and goals – and to visualize what you would like to accomplish in the upcoming year. Most common New Year’s goals include improving...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Nicki Jones is a co-owner of Kuk Sool Won of St. Paul, and works with middle aged students in learning this beneficial Traditional Korean martial art. Nicki has a passion for working with middle-aged individuals who wish to improve their health and better their lives by developing a Kuk...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Sarah cries when she relays the story while preparing lunch for her frail, elderly mother who suffers from dementia. A year ago, Sarah and her sister hired a young woman to help care for their mother on Mondays while the sisters both worked. Things seemed to be going...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] It is common that an event or experience will cause someone to take steps to start their estate planning. In my experience, it is the expecting, or birth, of a baby that most often leads people into my office. It may seem that amidst buying baby clothes and...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Legally, pets are classified as property, but to owners, they mean much more than that. Pets are companions, best friends, and members of the family. For many people, pets are an integral part of the family. A pet gives unconditional love. But what happens to our pets when...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Benjamin Franklin With this famous line written in 1789, Benjamin Franklin offered a friend some wisdom that has become one of his most-quoted quips. While some taxes are certain, Estate and Inheritance tax laws...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] The idea of discussing your parent’s finances and estate planning can seem overwhelming and incredibly intimidating. After all, this is oftentimes the type of questions parents ask their children – not the other way around. However, as challenging as it can be to initiate this conversation, it is...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Meghan Johnson is a financial advisor with Thrivent Financial. Unique to her practice is that she works with clients to help support not only their financial health, but their physical health as well. With a history in sports and coaching, she brings a unique spin to supporting clients...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Schromen Law, LLC is pleased to announce it has moved its office location to historic Ramsey Hill! Please join to celebrate in its Grand Opening on Friday, September 29, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at 600 Marshall Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102. Light hors d’oeuvres and...