Re: Get it done in '21?? 👏 YES!

Law & Life

Hello from the Arctic!

Not really...but close enough. I spent December in the New York office. The office is situated alongside Lake Ontario in Western New York. The bitter cold air has a chilling impact.

I took this selfie as I braved the lake-effect snow to take Gianni (my 6-year-old) sledding. To warm up, I had to partake in a warm lunch at our local Bill Gray's (cheeseburger with fries).

That impossible mixture of frigid weather and comfort food (oh the weight gain!) is what, at times, makes the Florida office so appealing. That being said, it was wonderful to catch up with my family after so much time apart and Gianni enjoyed ski camp.

Get it done in '21

2020 had its set of problems and issues. I'm saddened by the loss of lives and the loss of life as we knew it. On the other hand, I found that I could tap into my inner strength to focus on what I could control. As a result, the law firm prospered from the attention given to it. I hope you also found the silver lining.

I'm so thankful for your role in our success this year. I hope to continue to find ways to work and partner together in the new year.

Happy new year. Wishing you happiness, success and prosperity in 2021. Maybe this year will be exactly what we make it. To that end, instead of focusing on missed travel, my focus will be on accomplishment. I'm looking forward to "getting it done in '21." How about you?

-Lori

Actual photo of Gianni at ski camp.

New Year, Ongoing Issues...Different Response

It always feels wonderful to have a fresh start. A brand new sheet of paper. A to-do list that is crossed off and achieved. It is that feeling of accomplishment you desire.

This year is different. A brand new year with the same old issues--this pandemic that hangs over the world.

While you cannot control what is happening, your response to it is entirely yours.

What if we used this down time to get our lives in order, starting with our estate plans (creating or updating) and acting on our business ideas? How about organizing our homes and creating spaces that make us happy. Perhaps now is the time to take a class or explore the great outdoors?

What do you want to accomplish this year?

Start up your new business? Get an estate plan organized for your family?

You will feel joy having accomplished something great.

In other words, get it done in '21! Contact us to create a plan, update your documents, partner together, start a business or just to say hello.

The joy of accomplishment is the greatest joy there is. -RG Letourneau

Simplify and Accomplish

"Estate Planning" means putting together a set of legal documents that creatively serve you and your assets. It won't be the same for every person. Indeed, you may not even need a Will if you can find other ways to ensure the property passes to your loved ones.

You may incorporate different techniques to accomplish your goals using a combination of the following:

Deeds

Beneficiary Designations

Trusts

Wills

Joint Ownership

LLC Formation to hold property

You (or your clients') particular documents depend upon your assets, your family, your business, your goals and your desires. You are unique, so your plan should be too.

What inspires you to create in 2021?

Need to make sure a relative doesn't butt his nose into your estate?

Name people to be on standby to take care of your kids?

Does one partner make more money and you are concerned "what if?"

Desire to make things easier for your children to divvy up your things?

Provide more for one child that needs more help?

In a blended family and concerned your son will be "cut-off" if you die first?

Have you experienced probate and want to have your loved ones avoid the cost and frustration of it?

Want fairness for all involved?

Help your family if you are on life support so they do not have to decide and fight amongst themselves?

Time to start a business and protect its assets?

Will you get it done in '21? YES!

Whatever your inspiration, you are covered.

Let's get in touch!

Use this link to get it done in '21!

The Parent Spot

If you are a parent of little kids, learn more about how to protect them and safeguard their futures.

How parents avoid cookie-cutter plans to obtain documents that actually work for them.

Read the blog.

Why naming young kids as life insurance beneficiaries just does not work.

Read the blog.

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