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Personal & Family

grandfather discussing contingent beneficiary designation with his grandson as his son looks on
July 8, 2025
10 min read
A contingent beneficiary is the backup who receives assets if the main beneficiary can’t. Learn why it matters in Wills or policies.
Lawyer discussing Estate Plan and taxes with mature couple in an office
July 8, 2025
9 min read
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.
parents who co-signed rental lease for adult daughter
July 7, 2025
19 min read
Co-signing a lease comes with significant legal & financial implications that every parent should understand. Get legal guidance to protect your interests.

Small Business

real estate attorney standing with family of 3 in front of their home
June 20, 2025
14 min read
A real estate attorney handles contracts, closings, and legal issues in property deals. Learn how they protect your interests.
small business owner doing an opening ribbon-cutting for her new small business she has registered
May 20, 2025
8 min read
Starting a business? Learn how to register your small business, from choosing a name to filing legal paperwork and getting an EIN.
Small business owner standing in the doorway of his business contemplating selling his business
May 1, 2025
11 min read
Selling a business by owner? Discover how to value, market, and close the sale while avoiding common mistakes.

Identity Theft

Illustration of human genetic data
March 27, 2025
6 min read
Get legal guidance on the 23andMe bankruptcy, why it matters, and steps you should consider taking to help protect your personal information.
Red hearts rising from phone held by someone commuting online.
September 4, 2017
2 min read
Avoid a romance scam by following these tips.