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Families that want access to the same estate planning tools and client experience that is typically reserved for those with ultra high net worth. I know what young growing families need, because I have a young growing family. I’m an estate planning attorney, but also a wife and mother. My husband Dave and I parent our three spirited daughters, Blair, Mackenzie, and Ruby. We know first hand that the unexpected can, and does, happen. I know what it’s like to worry about my family’s security, should the unimaginable happen. I know that planning for the unexpected entails so much more than making sure there is enough money. My experience in estate planning and background as a CPA make me well equipped to identify and apply the best estate planning strategies for you and your loved ones. 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We will schedule a time to discuss your estate plan with you, explain your options, and answer any questions you may have. If you are ready to move forward, we will get to work preparing your documents. You will have the opportunity to take time to review these documents before signing. As always, we will be there every step of the way to answer questions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8d945ad3ff107278a21b57/1607539128637-VUTVT6PM8G2EAJB6IR7W/Screen%2BShot%2B2020-12-09%2Bat%2B1.37.15%2BPM.jpg Process - Relax! Congratulate yourself for giving yourself and your loved ones the gift of an organized estate. Enjoy the security and relief that brings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8d945ad3ff107278a21b57/1607546039094-0976WQU8S8RKZ9NV7XYB/Estate+Planning+Guide+-+Step+2+-+Hands+typing.jpg Process - Estate planning guide Complete your online Client Estate Planning Guide. We’ll walk you through everything you need to do one question at a time. 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We recognize that our clients are unique and love that each has different backgrounds, life circumstances, and aspirations. Estate planning is not one-size-fits-all! Once we are familiar with your situation and your estate planning goals, we will identify the components of the estate plan right for you. We will explain which documents we think best serve your situation and why. Each service is priced at a flat fee and may be added or removed from your package. The amount of the flat fee ultimately depends on the complexity of your estate and your estate planning goals. An estate planning package will consist of one or more of the following: Will Trust Financial Power of Attorney Healthcare Power of Attorney Living Will HIPAA Authorization Advanced Estate Planning Considerations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8d945ad3ff107278a21b57/1607375225553-IPXLYZD3D5SBIPU92T57/image.jpg Services - Advanced Estate Planning Considerations. 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