Melissa Shaw, Esq.

05/29/2014

Have you checked your beneficiary designations on 401Ks and other accounts lately? Life changes, such as births, deaths, divorces, and other major milestones, should trigger a review and possible updates to these designations. Otherwise, you can unintentionally disinherit loved ones to the benefit of others who are no longer in your life. For more information, visit http://wheretheresawillohio.com or contact Melissa J. Shaw, Esq. at [email protected] or (614) 472-2529.

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05/29/2014

Good Overview of Estate Planning. What is Estate Planning? http://buff.ly/1ig7M4b. Learn more at buff.ly/1ig7M4d.

Estate planning information for consumers of all ages. Learn the difference between wills and trusts and discover the risks of do it yourself (DIY) legal forms.

05/29/2014

Have you checked your beneficiary designations on 401Ks and other assets lately? A recent Wall Street Journal article highlights some common consequences of unintentional disinheritance due to life changes like divorce, deaths, births, etc. that should trigger updates. "When Your 401(k) Has a Bad Heir Day" by Jason Zweig WSJ http://buff.ly/RGyHKy

05/29/2014

"Sometimes the poorest man leaves his children the richest inheritance." Ruth E. Renkel

05/29/2014

Pre-Plan: Yes!, Pre-Pay: Probably Not. Mortuary under state investigation | The Columbus Dispatch http://buff.ly/1hBN7pJ

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05/29/2014

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