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What is a Contingent Beneficiary?
A contingent beneficiary is the backup who receives assets if the main beneficiary can’t. Learn why it matters in Wills or policies.
Personal & Family

What is a Contingent Beneficiary?
A contingent beneficiary is the backup who receives assets if the main beneficiary can’t. Learn why it matters in Wills or policies.

What You Need to Know About Estate Taxes
Estate tax is a tax on what you leave behind after death. Learn who pays it, when it applies, and how to plan ahead wisely.

Co-signing Your Adult Child's Lease: A Parent's Guide
Co-signing a lease comes with significant legal & financial implications that every parent should understand. Get legal guidance to protect your interests.
Small Business

What Does a Real Estate Attorney Do?
A real estate attorney handles contracts, closings, and legal issues in property deals. Learn how they protect your interests.

Small Business Registration: How to Get Started
Starting a business? Learn how to register your small business, from choosing a name to filing legal paperwork and getting an EIN.

How to Sell a Small Business
Selling a business by owner? Discover how to value, market, and close the sale while avoiding common mistakes.
Identity Theft

23andMe Bankruptcy: What Happens to Your Genetic Data Now?
Get legal guidance on the 23andMe bankruptcy, why it matters, and steps you should consider taking to help protect your personal information.