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“I’ve written many letters in my life, but as I stared at the blank page before me I was struck by the importance of this one. Even though I’ve had several years to guide and love my children, I knew this letter might have a generational – even eternal effect.
At my attorney’s suggestion, I’ve written a letter to each of my children as a part of my estate plan. It is heartfelt and meant to reinforce the Catholic values I’ve taught and modeled my life after. These letters are as close as I can get to delivering a final, timeless message of love – whether I die tomorrow or decades from now.
I hope we have many more years together on this earth... but preparing my final instructions and knowing my feelings will be shared, gives me a sense of peace.”
~ Evelyn Meinhold
Many Americans have the misperception that estate planning is simply preparing for one’s death and is only necessary for the affluent. To the contrary, estate planning is as much about passing values to loved ones as it is about passing material possessions.
Thus it should come as no surprise that a February 16, 2012 Forbes article describes estate planning as ‘the most important love letters you’ll ever write,’ encouraging readers to ‘find inspiration in knowing that you’re caring for the people and causes you love, even if you’re not here anymore.’
The Forbes article correctly concludes that estate planning is for every American (other than minors), and that everyone should successfully complete ‘thoughtfully prepared estate planning documents.’ The complexity of those documents may change for more affluent Americans, but the need to care for loved ones and causes exists for everyone.People can be enlightened and inspired to accomplish enorrmous things through the estate planning process, with a qualified practitioner. For more information contact Attorney Carla Little
At my attorney’s suggestion, I’ve written a letter to each of my children as a part of my estate plan. It is heartfelt and meant to reinforce the Catholic values I’ve taught and modeled my life after. These letters are as close as I can get to delivering a final, timeless message of love – whether I die tomorrow or decades from now.
I hope we have many more years together on this earth... but preparing my final instructions and knowing my feelings will be shared, gives me a sense of peace.”
~ Evelyn Meinhold
Many Americans have the misperception that estate planning is simply preparing for one’s death and is only necessary for the affluent. To the contrary, estate planning is as much about passing values to loved ones as it is about passing material possessions.
Thus it should come as no surprise that a February 16, 2012 Forbes article describes estate planning as ‘the most important love letters you’ll ever write,’ encouraging readers to ‘find inspiration in knowing that you’re caring for the people and causes you love, even if you’re not here anymore.’
The Forbes article correctly concludes that estate planning is for every American (other than minors), and that everyone should successfully complete ‘thoughtfully prepared estate planning documents.’ The complexity of those documents may change for more affluent Americans, but the need to care for loved ones and causes exists for everyone.People can be enlightened and inspired to accomplish enorrmous things through the estate planning process, with a qualified practitioner. For more information contact Attorney Carla Little
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“I’ve written many letters in my life, but as I stared at the blank page before me I was struck by the importance of this one. Even though I’ve had several years to guide and love my children, I knew this letter might have a generational – even eternal effect.
At my attorney’s suggestion, I’ve written a letter to each of my children as a part of my estate plan. It is heartfelt and meant to reinforce the Catholic values I’ve taught and modeled my life after. These letters are as close as I can get to delivering a final, timeless message of love – whether I die tomorrow or decades from now.
I hope we have many more years together on this earth... but preparing my final instructions and knowing my feelings will be shared, gives me a sense of peace.”
~ Evelyn Meinhold
Many Americans have the misperception that estate planning is simply preparing for one’s death and is only necessary for the affluent. To the contrary, estate planning is as much about passing values to loved ones as it is about passing material possessions.
Thus it should come as no surprise that a February 16, 2012 Forbes article describes estate planning as ‘the most important love letters you’ll ever write,’ encouraging readers to ‘find inspiration in knowing that you’re caring for the people and causes you love, even if you’re not here anymore.’
The Forbes article correctly concludes that estate planning is for every American (other than minors), and that everyone should successfully complete ‘thoughtfully prepared estate planning documents.’ The complexity of those documents may change for more affluent Americans, but the need to care for loved ones and causes exists for everyone.People can be enlightened and inspired to accomplish enorrmous things through the estate planning process, with a qualified practitioner. For more information contact Attorney Carla Little
At my attorney’s suggestion, I’ve written a letter to each of my children as a part of my estate plan. It is heartfelt and meant to reinforce the Catholic values I’ve taught and modeled my life after. These letters are as close as I can get to delivering a final, timeless message of love – whether I die tomorrow or decades from now.
I hope we have many more years together on this earth... but preparing my final instructions and knowing my feelings will be shared, gives me a sense of peace.”
~ Evelyn Meinhold
Many Americans have the misperception that estate planning is simply preparing for one’s death and is only necessary for the affluent. To the contrary, estate planning is as much about passing values to loved ones as it is about passing material possessions.
Thus it should come as no surprise that a February 16, 2012 Forbes article describes estate planning as ‘the most important love letters you’ll ever write,’ encouraging readers to ‘find inspiration in knowing that you’re caring for the people and causes you love, even if you’re not here anymore.’
The Forbes article correctly concludes that estate planning is for every American (other than minors), and that everyone should successfully complete ‘thoughtfully prepared estate planning documents.’ The complexity of those documents may change for more affluent Americans, but the need to care for loved ones and causes exists for everyone.People can be enlightened and inspired to accomplish enorrmous things through the estate planning process, with a qualified practitioner. For more information contact Attorney Carla Little
