by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Nov 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
Do you invest in a 529 Savings Plan in order to provide for college education for your children? This is usually a central purpose for establishing a 529 Savings Plan. These plans, however, are excellent estate planning tools as well. Similar to a Roth IRA,... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Nov 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
Are you a family caregiver or know someone who is? Family caregivers are unsung heroes, working tirelessly to help elderly or disabled family members without much recognition from the outside world. Many family caregivers are juggling their caregiving responsibilities... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Oct 20, 2020 | Estate Planning, Uncategorized
Did you hear that Warren Buffett and Bill Gates made big news in July when Buffett pledged to donate $2.9 billion to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation? This is not the first time a charitable donation was committed by either one of these men who have made the... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Sep 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
September 21 is World Alzheimer’s Day sponsored by Alzheimer’s Disease International with the purpose of both raising awareness of dementia and challenging the stigma. According to Alzheimer’s Disease International, the stigma and misinformation surrounding dementia... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Jul 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
Did you know that there are ways to protect your personal assets from creditors, divorce proceedings, and lawsuits? Did you know that protecting your assets can actually be a critical aspect of a sound estate plan? Whether now or in the future, many people are at... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Jul 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Have you had a conversation with your parents about their plans for the future? It may be something that you have been avoiding for a while, but discussing your aging parents’ financial, long-term care, and estate plans with them is a very important thing to do. We...
