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Difficult Conversations: How Do We Discuss What Really Matters?

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Difficult Conversations:
How Do We Discuss What Really Matters?
Each difficult conversation is made up of three, distinct conversations: 1. the What Happened? Conversation; 2. the Feelings Conversation; and 3. the Identity Conversation. In the What Happened Conversation we make three common errors: the truth assumption, the intention invention, and the blame frame. Each error must be addressed in order to move forward. The Feelings Conversation: Feelings must be addressed to resolve the problem. Having a difficult conversation without talking about the feelings is like having an opera without music. The Identity Conversation is about what I am saying to myself about me. It may cause me to lose confidence, lose concentration, or even forget what I want to say. In extreme cases, it can paralyze me physically and emotionally.

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Wyoming Wills: Some Suggestions for Getting the Most from Estate Planning

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A will is a document that describes the last wishes of an individual after his or her death, including how property should be distributed and who should manage the estate of the deceased person. A will’s primary functions can be divided into two categories: (1) those directing the distribution of the decedent’s estate and (2) those nominating individuals to represent the decedent and his or her estate.

The Personal Property Memorandum

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The law in some states allow a person who has signed a will to use a separate document (Personal Property Memorandum) to direct who will receive certain pieces of tangible personal property after death. Such a list provides a great deal of flexibility without the need to constantly update a will.

Guardianships and Conservatorships

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One of a parent’s greatest fears involves what will happen to his or her minor children in the event of the parent’s premature death or incapacity. It may be a good idea to think about what you would like to happen in a true “worst-case scenario” and undertake legal steps to plan for that situation before it happens.

Seven Key Estate Planning Documents

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Estate planning is perhaps the most caring task you can undertake for your survivors. A number of documents may be used to implement and communicate your goals for your estate. AG LEGACY Materials can help understand what your options are.

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Estate Planning Checklist

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Estate Planning Checklist: Information to Assemble Before Consulting Your Attorney. Do you know what what you should have, where to find it, or how to organize the information? AG LEGACY Materials can help understand how to get started.

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Durable Power of Attorney

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A power of attorney is a document that gives another person the authority to take some action on the signer’s behalf. Unlike a common law power of attorney, a Durable Power of Attorney does not terminate when the principal becomes incompetent, hence the addition of the word “durable.”

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Death Certificates

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A death certificate is a necessary step once a death has occurred. Before a death certificate can be filed, it must contain a medical certification of time, date, place, and cause of death. This will usually be completed by the physician in charge of a patent’s care unless a post-mortem examination is required.

AG LEGACY Materials can help understand what your options are. To learn more about AG LEGACY materials and for ideas on where to begin see AGLEGACY.org