Millennials today are planning to retire early by making the most of the wealth management and passive income strategies. Many Americans are working towards a debt management plan to invest in their future. With the correct wealth management tips, you can rejuvenate your finances. Among the many misconceptions regarding wealth management, one of them is…
Bankruptcy has long been associated with a type of moral character flaw. It sometimes seems as if a person’s financial situation is somehow completely and uncompromisingly tied to their value as a human being. The stigma surrounding bankruptcy reveals a pernicious false equivalency. Somewhere along the way, a person’s finances became conflated for their worth….
Have you ever wanted to learn about your ethnicity, discover your connections to the past, or even learn if you have relatives that you did not know about? If you answered yes, then you may be interested in at-home DNA kits. Just some spit into a tube or swab inside of your cheek can unlock…
Most people think estate planning is an old person’s game. Once you hit your 60s or 70s, that’s when you organize your affairs–right? Wrong. Please do not wait until you’re in your twilight years to plan your estate! The unfortunate reality is that we never know the exact time of our demise or incapacitation. Having…
Have you ever wanted to learn more about your family history and take a proverbial journey home? If you answered yes, then you are not alone. Plenty of people want to learn more about their ancestors. In particular, they want to know who they were, where their family originated from, what happened to them, and…
A financial advisor is someone who assists with and, in some cases, manages your finances. The term financial advisor, however, refers to a wide array of professionals who render different kinds of services. Types of financial advisors include investment managers, broker-dealers, and certified financial planners just to name a few. In this article, we’ll tackle…
With so many digital platforms to keep your memories in, you may wonder if it’s still worth your time to keep them in scrapbook journals. The answer is a definitive yes. Granted, scrapbooking may not be as popular as it once was, but there are plenty of things that are better off keeping in a…
Learn all about the best family reunion activities, ideas, games, and more! Family reunions are a lot like the family members who attend them — unique, complicated, and a whole lot of fun. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand multi-generational shindig, there’s no denying that a family reunion is a great way to…
“I am so glad my sister directed me to your Lasting Legacy course!” —Ruthie Showalter wrote to us excitedly after receiving her copy of the book she wrote about her Mom, Doris. “I actually have a book in hand which would not have happened without your coaching! I learned so much from you, and I…
By Laura A. Roser What’s a Family Brain Trust? A Family Brain Trust is the structure by which you capture and archive important family information. It can be in physical form – such as a file cabinet with folders that contain important documents – or in digital form – such as a file storage system…
