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What Happens to a Waterfront Property in Orange Beach When There Is No Will?
What Happens to a Waterfront Property in Orange Beach When There Is No Will? If you own waterfront or vacation-rental property in Orange Beach and you die without a will, the State of Alabama steps in and makes the inheritance decisions for you. Alabama's intestate...
How Does an LLC Protect a Foley Small Business Owner’s Personal Assets?
How Does an LLC Protect a Foley Small Business Owner's Personal Assets? If you own a small business in Foley — whether that's a landscaping company, a short-term rental operation, a retail shop near OWA, or a service business serving the broader Gulf Coast — forming a...
How Should a Gulf Shores Vacation Rental Owner Structure Their Business to Protect Personal Assets?
How Should a Gulf Shores Vacation Rental Owner Structure Their Business to Protect Personal Assets? If you own a vacation rental in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, or anywhere along the Alabama Gulf Coast, the short answer is this: hold that property through a properly...
Divorce and Finance: Don’t Leave the Finances to Chance
Divorce is likely the largest financial transition in one’s life, as all the assets accumulated and outstanding debt as a couple must now be divided. During your divorce, you will be confronted with many decisions, all of which have a long-term impact on your quality...
Divorced: Now What Do I Do?
At the end of the divorce process, many couples experience having lost more than they gained, both emotionally and monetarily, and they’re just relieved the process is over. The unfortunate reality, however, is that there is still more to do. Even after your divorce...
Do You Need an Estate Plan?
Whether it’s a simple will and account beneficiaries, or a complex plan, chances are good that you need an estate plan to protect what you hold dear. Thinking about your own mortality is admittedly difficult. But developing a clear plan that outlines your wishes can...
Co-Parenting Tips for Summer Break
If you’re a divorced parent, you already know that school breaks can challenge even the best co-parenting plans. After all, both parents want to enjoy time with the kids! Add in jobs, extended family, and travel planning, and enjoying a memorable summer can get...
Reasons to Create Estate Planning Documents
Estate planning is a crucial step in securing your financial future and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Many individuals overlook the importance of estate planning, assuming it is only necessary for the wealthy. However, having...
Specific Reasons for Creating a Trust
Creating a trust is one of the most effective ways to manage, protect, and distribute your assets. This is true both during your lifetime and after your death. While many people assume trusts are only for the ultra-wealthy, the reality is that trusts offer valuable...
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