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American Academy Mentioned in Money Magazine! Robert Armstrong, President of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, was interviewed by Money Magazine senior writer Penelope Wang for her article " A Midlife Money Checkup" in the March 2008 Issue. The article was part of the Cover Story "A Boomer's Guide to Financial Freedom" that included multiple articles focusing on financial trends, aging well and other issues Baby Boomers are facing today. This is the third mention of the American Academy of Estate Planning by Money Magazine in the last seven issues. The "Midlife Money Checkup" is a nine-step test that highlights questions Boomer's should be asking themselves at this point in their lives. Mr. Armstrong's expertise in estate planning was highlighted in question five, "Is your estate plan in order?" Make sure you don't have to ask yourself that question by meeting with a qualified attorney.
American Academy Mentioned in Money Magazine The September issue of Money Magazine has an article entitled,"20 Timeless Money Rules." Rule 17, Exiting Gracefully, is particularly significant because it emphasizes the importance of putting together your estate plan. The recommendation of Money Magazine is that you search for a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys: "To find a lawyer, ask friends and colleagues for recommendations or get referrals online at the website of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (aaepa.com)." The American Academy is an exclusive membership organization for law firms dedicated to estate planning. We are proud of our Academy membership and pleased to be the only firm in the Northern Virginia, Washington D.C. Metropolitan area accepted into this prestigious organization. For more information about why our membership is so important to your family, click here.
John Steffan Co-Authors Book Entitled Total Wealth Management Attorney John D. Steffan, a foremost authority on the topic of Estate Planning and Asset Protection has co-authored a book with well-known author Gordon K. Williamson. Steffan & Associates, P.C. offers the best advice for those needing to consider how financial planning works with or against their estate planning. Steffan argues that consumers can no longer leave their planning in someone else's hands, they need to actively participate in their own financial security. Without planning now, there is little security tomorrow.
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ESTATE PLANNING NEWS The Prime of Life454 words. This article recites the tragic story of Heath Ledger and how he omitted his daughter from his Will.
ESTATE PLANNING NEWS Preparing for the Unthinkable This article recites statistics regarding unexpected tragedies in the United States including heart attack, stroke, and auto accidents. It calls on the reader to establish a Legacy Wealth Plan to be prepared.
CLIENT NEWSLETTERS Your Estate Matters Newsletter, Vol. 13.1
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EDUCATIONAL ALERTS Congress Passes Economic Stimulus Package - Future of the Estate Tax Will Not Likely Be Resolved Until After the Presidential ElectionsThis month's alert highlights the recently enacted Economic Stimulus Act. The Alert covers the rebate provisions for individuals as well as the incentives for small business owners and closes with a comment that is unlikely we will see any "fix" of the current estate tax regime until after the election of a new President.
EDUCATIONAL FYIs Article on Family CaregiversThe Sunday, September 9, 2007 issue of Parade magazine contains an article by Gail Sheehy on family caregiving. It will recount some of her own experiences as a spousal caregiver to her husband.
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