Month: January 2018

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How to Purchase a Cemetery Plot

Did you know that cemetery plots can vary in cost from hundreds to thousands of dollars, depending on the type of burial container (like a crypt, mausoleum, or columbarium) you choose for your remains? Learn the basics of purchasing cemetery...

/ January 30, 2018
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How to Write an Affidavit

Although Affidavits are used in law, business, finance, and more, many of us don’t know what they are or how to write one. In this post, we go over common uses for an Affidavit and provide some tips on how...

/ January 25, 2018
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What Is Probate?

Probate is a very common term in estate planning that refers to how a Last Will is validated. In this post, we will discuss what probate is and how your executor uses it to close your estate after you pass...

/ January 23, 2018
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Are Divorce Records Public?

Most divorce papers are accessible to anyone who knows where to find them. In this post, find out what public records are, if any records are private, and if you have the option to hide your divorce papers from prying...

/ January 16, 2018
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Getting Started with Crowdfunding: The Basics

Thinking about starting a crowdfunding campaign? Before you get started, take a look at some of the most popular questions about crowdfunding to help you build a successful campaign.

/ January 9, 2018
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Should Employers Look at Social Media When Hiring?

Even though 70% of employers use social media to screen candidates, should you? Find out the risks of looking at an applicant’s Facebook or Twitter in this post.

/ January 3, 2018