Tag Archives: estate planning
Estate Planning With Your Children in Mind
Leaving money to pay for burial costs as well as to heirs is just part of the estate planning process.
Life insurance payouts can be used to pay off debts and loans, making it possible…
By LaToya M. Smith
Financial Advice for The Committed, But Unmarried
In a long-term relationship, but not ready to put a ring on it? Here are steps to honor your partnership while protecting your finances.
People not married but in long-term committed relationships have many of the same financial concerns…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
Protecting Your Assets
Jefrey Jones’ 80-year-old widowed, childless aunt suffers with dementia. As the primary steward for her…
By Emerald S. Morrow
The Team You Need for Your Year-End Financial Checkup
At a time when it’s about the parties and festivities, it can be hard to…
By BLACK ENTERPRISE
New Data Shows Black-White Life Expectancy Gap Is Widening
Experts attribute gap to recession-related stress
The Atlanta Post reports widening of life expectancy gap between whites and African Americans.
By BlackEnterprise.com
End of the World Checklist: Do You Have Your Financial House in Order?
What will your financial legacy say about you when your world ends?
BlackEnterprise.com’s checklist to prepare to leave behind your financial legacy via estate planning and living…
By Janell Hazelwood
5 Tips on How to Handle Sudden Wealth
Whether you just signed a multi-million dollar contract or inherited property from a wealthy relative, here are some tips to help you keep—and grow—your wealth responsibly
Whether you’ve just signed a multi-million dollar contract, won the lottery, or inherited property from…
By Robert J. Gordon
Why You Need a Living Will
This often-ignored estate planning component offers greater control over your future--and makes a difficult time easier on your loved ones
Studies suggest African Americans are largely unaware of living wills and their value. According to…
By Bridget McCrea
In the News: Clinton to Meet Libyan Rebel Leaders; AOL Layoffs; Feud Over Etta James’ Estate
A few noteworthy headlines around the Web
A few noteworthy headlines around the Web
By Janel Martinez
WATCH: How Estate Planning Protects Your Family
The key components you need to put in place
As tough as it is to hear, the reality is that none of us are…
