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Wills bought online

It seems as if there’s very little left in life that cannot be accomplished online. But if you think drafting your last will and testament via the internet would save you time and money, think again. Local elder law and estate planning expert Attorney Margaret T. Karl offers her take. “There are lots of disadvantages to going with a...

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Demystifying Medicare

As you approach your 65th birthday, you may have noticed a dramatic increase in the amount of mail you’re getting—and the number of phone calls. That’s because people can select their Medicare plan before they turn 65. But choosing a Medicare plan may not be as simple as checking off a box. Do you go with Part A, Part B, Part C,...

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Wine, watermelon and libido

Let’s explore an old wives’ tale. Jim Sperk, of the Northern Ohio Wine Guild, credits Betty Kaufman, an independent wine consultant in Napa, CA, with the one about wine and watermelon. “There’s a story dating back to the 19th century about a town near a monastery in a region loaded with grapes and watermelons,” says Jim. “Several...

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Plan more space, get more value: Here’s how Kaye Construction is making homes more functional than ever

The sound of power tools buzzing can be heard in neighborhoods across Northeast Ohio. And leading the charge is Kaye Construction, a family-owned remodeling company that specializes in home additions and kitchen and bath renovations. With their trademark beards—depicted on the company logo—the father-and-son trio is busy keeping up...

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Travel and estate planning

With the lifting of pandemic restrictions comes the long-awaited opportunity for many of us to hit the road. Whether it’s a one-tank trip or a more adventurous excursion to a different state or country, the need to be prepared for the unthinkable remains. Jay Nabors, a Cleveland-based attorney who focuses on estate planning, recalls the...

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