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Advice & Support
Aug 12, 2019
21 Most Common Family Heirlooms
A family heirloom is any treasured item that’s been passed down by a family member who has died. Some are treasures in the most literal sense, valuable antiques that could sell for many thousands of dollars. Others have strictly sentimental value, but the fact that they’re not worth much money doesn’t make them any less beloved. Family heirlooms can be many generations old, passed from parent to child for centuries. Or they can be newer, something inherited from a parent or grandparent that will be passed along in the future. Most important, whatever they may be, family heirlooms conjure memories of the special people who passed them along to us.
Advice & Support
Apr 23, 2019
What is a Testamentary Trust and Do I Need One?
A testamentary trust is a trust that does not go into effect until the person who created the trust dies. The creator of the trust is called the grantor. Typically, the testamentary trust is written into a will to create a trust for minor children. The will is in effect after it is created, but the testamentary trust within is not valid until the maker of the will dies.
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Advice & Support
Jul 31, 2018
Where to Donate a Loved One’s Clothes
Many charities specialize in getting the most good out of certain kinds of clothing.
Advice & Support
Jun 16, 2016
What’s It Worth?
Here's how to determine if art works you've inherited — or want to bequeath to your loved ones — have value.
Advice & Support
Apr 18, 2016
The Doubly Sweet Sorrow of Letting Things Go
Advice on letting go of a loved one's artistic creations.
