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If you've completed one of the North Carolina Advance Directives since 2007, you've had to struggle through that exercise. And if you haven’t done one, you are one of the approximately 70% of adults who are just leaving your life, health and wealth to chance....

None of us can predict the shape of our physical and mental well-being in the years to come. But to protect your family, you’ll certainly want to be prepared for everything. ...

Giselle, Your husband’s next wife •In the month since your death, has come to your house eight times to cook meals for your husband •Each time she visits, her skirts are a little bit shorter and tighter •She's eager to redecorate your home, to remove the "painful memories" for your husband •Thinks there is no good reason that your family's money shouldn’t be spent on more important things like trips to Europe, jewelry and new cars Do you want her to get your children’s inheritance? ...

Here are ten tips from the IRS to keep in mind when selling your home. ...

Lo and behold, the survey showed that the prior owner only had title to a 20' by 130' foot strip of what should have been nearly an acre lot. A rather significant mistake had been made when they purchased the property. Without that survey, we would not have discovered the discrepancy. ...

Given the feelings of many individuals towards their pets, and the costs of care and longevity of some types of pets, planning in this area can be of critical importance. ...