Summer Travel and Healthcare Authority

Summer is when many Americans are traveling out-of-state. They are on vacation to new places or to visit with loved ones or family. As we cross state lines one concern is that our Healthcare Power of Attorney a/k/a Healthcare Proxy might not be accepted in another state. For example if you have a Healthcare Power... [Read More]

Boston Bombers and the Unknown

Those injured at the finish line of The Boston Marathon last week never anticipated that two bombs would explode killing three and injuring and maiming another 200 people. A physician from Sylva, North Carolina, just west of Asheville, was at the finish line with his wife cheering on a friend.  After the explosions, the first... [Read More]

The Cuban Missile Crisis and North Korea

We were closer to the nuclear war in the 1960’s than we ever imagined. My Dad was a very good business man, well traveled, a great story teller and one who got others to share their stories.  One of the stories my Father had told to him was received from a group of gentlemen after... [Read More]

What about heirlooms?

What about heirlooms? You can make specific provisions for family heirlooms and specialty items in your Estate Plan.  Many times the family heirlooms or special personal items are considered the most important or emotionally valuable part of any Estate.  In other words, your Grandfather’s watch that he wore every day may be more important to... [Read More]

Estate Planning is not really about taxes.

Estate Planning is really about the family and not about taxes. When I have asked my clients what their primary concerns are, their first answer is they want to protect themselves in the event of physical and mental disability and protect the surviving spouse in the event of physical or mental disability and in the... [Read More]

President Trying to Raise Taxes Again

I told you so!  Most thought that the tax raises that went into effect in the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 would be the end of the raised taxes.   The Republicans agreed to raise taxes without receiving any concessions in spending from the White House in negotiating over the American Taxpayer Relief Act of... [Read More]

Merry Christmas, Seasons Greetings & Happy New Year

We want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Seasons Greetings and a Happy New Year. My dad said that “The older you get, the faster time moves” and he was not kidding. 2012 has flown by. The year had many highs and lows and they’re will be much change in 2013. We’re thankful for all... [Read More]

Estate Planning Attorney Steven Andrew Jackson Featured in National Publication

Estate Planning and Asset Protection Attorney, Steven Andrew Jackson, of Asheville, North Carolina, was featured in Lindsay Hunt Media, a leading on-line authority on the use of Social Media in the world.  The article discusses the use of Social Media in making your presence known professionally in the market place.  The article mentioned Steve’s recent... [Read More]