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The Boomer Burden: Dealing with Your Parents' Lifetime Accumulation of Stuff

Julie Hall

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Total reviews: 33 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Should be required reading for anyone over 35... 5 out of 5 stars.
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I'm at that age where sometime in the foreseeable future, I'm going to have to deal with the passing of one or more parents in our family. In addition to the grieving process, there's something that often doesn't get discussed until it's too late... what do you do with all the "stuff" your parents have accumulated over their lifetime? Julie Hall has made a career of working through that process with people, and she's written a book called The Boomer Burden: Dealing with Your Parents' Lifetime Accumulation of Stuff. Even though it may not be a subject you want to think about, time spent reading The Boomer Burden now can lead to infinitely fewer headaches and fractured relationships when that time comes. And if you're the parent, reading and acting on the information here is one of the best gifts you can give to your children.

Contents:
Introduction: Leaving Behind More Than Memories
First Signs
Planning for the Inevitable
Where's the Will?
When Reality Sinks In
The Hearse Doesn't Have a Trailer Hitch
Relatively Speaking
Scammers, Schemers, and Other Scoundrels
The Nitty-Gritty of Dividing Your Parents' Estate
But What Is It Really Worth?
Where Do I Begin?
How to Clean Out Your Parents' Estate
Right, Wrong, and In Between
I Will Never Do This to My Kids!
Be Good to Yourself
Mission Accomplished!
Appendix A: Your Complete Parent Care Checklist
Appendix B: Helpful Resources
Appendix C: Documents and Information to Locate
Appendix D: Sample Wish List Spreadsheet
Notes
About the Author

Hall has a business called The Estate Lady, and she brings 17 years of experience to this often ignored (but inevitable) part of life. She documents in painful detail how normal families can turn into dishonest, contentious enemies over the process of clearing out and dividing up the contents of the parents' estate. It's also quite normal for "friends" to want to help out with the process, but those friends often help themselves to items when no one is looking. Add antique dealers and consignment agents on top of that, and valuable keepsakes can wander out the door for pennies on the dollar, often before you even know what happened. Hall has a process which helps you make difficult decisions beforehand (when emotions aren't running high), as well as steps to follow which makes the process of emptying the house something which doesn't have to be completely overwhelming. She also counsels parents to take the time beforehand to make a will, record where all the important papers are, and to list out any items of value and who they would want them to go to when they die. These simple acts can make all the difference in the world to the survivors who have to sort it all out.

It's tempting to think that your family will be one of the 20% (yes, it's that low) that smoothly handles this unfortunate event. Odds are, you won't be. While I'm not in the position of having Depression-era parents who saved EVERYTHING, there's still "stuff" that will have to be handled when that time comes for me. Based on the information in this book, I know I'll be in a much better position to do the right things than I would have been without it. I would recommend this book be standard reading material for anyone over the age of 35. Trust me, you'll need it at some point...

Editorial Review:

A practical guide to advise Baby Boomers how to deal with the daunting task of facing a parents' eventual passing as it relates to residential contents, heirlooms, and the often difficult family interactions and feuds that accompany them.

With fascinating stories and comprehensive checklists, professional estate liquidator Julie Hall walks Baby Boomers through the often painful challenge of dividing the wealth and property of their parents' lifetime accumulation of stuff. From preparation while the parent is still living through compassionately helping them empty the family home, The Estate Lady® gives invaluable tips on negotiating the inevitable disputes, avoiding exploitation from scam artists, and eventually closing the chapter of their lives in a way that preserves relationships and maximizes value of assets.

Emanuel Law Outlines Corporations (Emanuel Law Outlines)

Steven Emanuel

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

Comprehensive, but unbelievably out of date. 3 out of 5 stars.
12 of 12 people found this review helpful.

This book simplifies corporations law and gives concrete examples and good summaries.

However, be aware that the book is in many places completely out of date and cites sections of statutes that were changed 12 years ago (even though this edition was published in 2002). You'll have to check constantly in your statutory supplement and in your case book to make sure that what you're reading is up-to-date.

It's hard to understand, really, how an author could fail to update sections of a book over such a long period especially an author with a law degree who is, therefore, giving outdated legal advice).

That all being said, the meat of the book is well done.

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The most trusted name in law school outlines, Emanuel Law Outlines support your class preparation, provide reference for your outline creation, and supply a comprehensive breakdown of topic matter for your entire study process. Created by Steven Emanuel, these course outlines have been relied on by generations of law students. Each title includes both capsule and detailed versions of the critical issues and key topics you must know to master the course. Also included are exam questions with model answers, an alpha-list of cases, and a cross reference table of cases for all of the leading casebooks.

Small Business Start-Up Kit

Peri H. Pakroo

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The best step-by-step guide to starting a business available!

Many people dream of running a business of their own -- but often don't know how to start. Sound familiar? This book can help.

User-friendly and loaded with tips, The Small Business Start-Up Kit shows you how to launch a business quickly, easily and with confidence. It explains in plain English how to:

choose the best business structure

write an effective business plan

file the right forms in the right place

price, bid and bill your projects

draft and use contracts, online and off

manage your finances

be prepared for, and file, required taxes

reach customers online

The Small Business Start-Up Kit also includes all the forms and instructions you need both as tear-outs and on CD-ROM.

The 5th edition is completely updated to reflect the latest legal and tax changes. It includes a new chapter on e-business and expanded information on financing your business. It also features new business-planning spreadsheets on the CD-ROM.

List of Forms
Partnership Agreement
Sample Buy-Sell Agreement Provisions
Application for Employer Identification Number (Form SS-4)
Income Tax Withholding (Form SS-8)
Election To Have a Tax Year Other Than a Required Tax Year (Form 8716)
Entity Classification Election (Form 8832)
Billable Rate Worksheet
Cash Flow Projection Worksheet Break-Even Analysis Worksheet
Profit/Loss Forecast Worksheet
Warranty Track Worksheet

Robert's Rules in Plain English

Doris P. Zimmerman

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Total reviews: 24 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

It's a practical guide to Robert's Rules 4 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

This is a nice book for the money. It's easy to read. It has a good layout.

Reference book 5 out of 5 stars.
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Great resource for anyone wanting to learn more about running meetings in an organizational setting. Seems to me lots of meeting attendees think they know how to make motions and take actions but in my experence most meeting attendees do not know the basic rules of order. I use this small easy to understand book monthly as a reference at my Chamber of Commerce. A must have if you serve as a member of any Board of Directors or formal meeting group.

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At last, a book on parliamentary procedure that everyone can understand!

If you've ever had to run a meeting according to parliamentary procedures, you know just how difficult it is to keep track of all the rules, much less follow them. Figuring out what to say and how to say it seems an impossible task.

Robert's Rules in Plain English is the solution to that problem. Not only does it provide you with essential, basic rules in simple, straightforward English, it also includes sample dialogues so you can see exactly how those rules work in practice.

Using summaries, outlines, charts and forms, Robert's Rules in Plain English provides you with all you need to know to run a meeting successfully and to keep it on track.

The Secrets of Closing the Sale

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One of the true sales classics! 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

I have read a few of Zigs books and always come away satisfied and educated. This book should be required reading if you are in sales, and I would even recommend it if you are not in sales. The reason a non-sales person could profit from this book are manifold. This book teaches more than selling, it teaches how to deal with people. If you understand how a person thinks, or understand what they mean as opposed to what they are saying, you can steer them where you need them. You can connect to them. thats a great thing on many levels.

As you read this book you will keep thinking to yourself "thats a great idea" or "thats a good point". After reading this book and using what Zig teaches, you will look at your sales calls in a different light. You will go into every meeting with the expectation that you will sell your product or service, it will help your prospect, and there is no way they will not see the value of what you are offering. Its that simple. If you believe you are there to help this person, it comes through in your words and actions.

Zig has an excellent technique to teaching, he tells stories. That works great for me because I can easily remember more and it quickly comes to mind when I hear an objection or question from a prospect. I am then able to quickly word it in a way that helps the prospect.

"Failure to hit the bullseye is never the fault of the target and failure to close the sale is never the fault of the prospect". You need to be better to help more prospects buy your product or service. This book will help you in that goal.

Another classic addition to your sales library should be How to Master the Art of Selling by Tom Hopkins.

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Ziglar's ultimate sales guide covers creative closes, reasons people won't buy and ways to overcome them, selling with integrity, and more. Previously available as a direct mail package for $59.95. Unabridged.

How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Stephen Elias, Albin Renauer, Robin Leonard

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Bankruptcy laws have changed -- now it's even more complicated to file. This book guides you through the process, step by step.

This all-in-one book can help you find relief from overwhelming debt!

If you have more debt than you can possibly pay off, the bankruptcy system is there to help -- and with How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, you'll find the clear and user-friendly information, advice and forms you need to get through the entire process.

First, the book will help you determine whether you qualify for Chapter 7 -- and whether it is the best way to deal with your debts. Then you'll find out how to:

stop wage garnishments and attachments

fill out and file all the forms

cancel as much debt as possible

deal with secured debts

keep the maximum amount of property

keep your home, if possible

rebuild credit after bankruptcy

The 15th edition is updated and revised to reflect the latest laws and legal forms, plus the line-by-line instructions you need to fill them out. Easy-to-use charts make looking up the laws of your state a snap.

Please note: This book does not cover business bankruptcies, farm reorganizations or individual repayment plans (Chapter 13). For Chapter 13 bankruptcy, see Nolo's Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Repay Your Debts.

BUSINESS & LEGAL FORMS PHOTOGRAPHER

Tad Crawford

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Really bad 1 out of 5 stars.
1 of 4 people found this review helpful.

I bought this book and its utter waste of paper and money. There are much better forms available for free to be downloaded from the internet. This book is completely useless for anyone who lives outside USA. I think Americans are smart enough to google the kind of forms they are looking for.

A little out dated 3 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

This book is a little outdated, but is very useful in writing you own form. Most of the forms on the disk can't be customized using newer word processing software.

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Updated to cover electronic rights, this collection of essential forms and negotiation tactics will meet every need on the business end of the photographer's work. Includes an estimate form; confirmation of assignment; invoice; agency contract; collaboration agreement; privacy release; property release; permission form; lecture agreement; contracts for weddings and portraits; contracts for sales through a gallery; licensing agreements; stock photography contracts; transfers of copyrights, and more. A CD-ROM with electronic versions of each form is provided, making this an indispensable tool for photographers.

Executor's Guide: Settling a Loved One's Estate or Trust

Mary Randolph

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Settling an estate can be like moving through a maze -- let The Executor's Guide lead the way.

If you're faced with wrapping up the affairs of a loved one who has died, you may feel overwhelmed by all the work ahead -- especially when you're grieving. But with the right legal and practical information, you can do it.

The Executor's Guide will show you how to get organized, get the help you need and make progress one step at a time. Let it help you navigate an unfamiliar land of legal procedures and terminology. It explains:

preparing for the job of executor or trustee

the first steps to take

claiming life insurance, Social Security and other benefits

making sense of a will

what to do if there is no will

how to determine whether probate is necessary

caring for children and their property

taxes

an overview of probate court proceedings

dealing with family members

handling trusts

looking up your state's laws

working with lawyers, appraisers, accountants and other experts

The 3rd edition contains updated tables outlining key points of each state's laws, the latest information on estate taxes and worksheets that help you stay organized and on track.

Maximum Achievement

Brian Tracy

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BECOME THE ARCHITECT OF YOUR OWN FUTURE One of America's top professional speakers and seminar leaders, Brian Tracy has been a consultant and trainer for hundreds of corporations large and small. His bestselling audio and video programs have been translated into 14 languages and are used in 31 countries. More than one million people have attended his programs on success, sales effectiveness and personal fulfillment. Now in "Maximum Achievement," Tracy presents a proven system of powerful ideas and principles you can use to rapidly improve your life. He has combined insights and methods from psychology, philosophy, metaphysics and human potential research to create a unique program that will: * Streamline your focus for maximum results * Remove mental barriers that stand in the way of your dreams * Provide you with the essential conditions for change * Develop superior relationships in your personal and professional life By following the principles of "Maximum Achievement's" Master Plan, you can build a foundation for a life of happiness, health, harmony and prosperity.

Law 101: Everything You Need to Know About the American Legal System

Jay M. Feinman

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Most of us know very little about the law. We pick up bits of information from television and newspaper accounts of current legal battles, and from bestselling novels and popular movies. But these pieces do not give us an accurate or complete picture.
In Law 101, Jay M. Feinman offers a delightfully clear introduction to law, covering the main subjects found in the first year of law school and giving us a basic understanding of the American legal tradition. Readers are introduced to every aspect of the legal system, from constitutional law and the litigation process to tort law, contract law, property law, and criminal law. Feinman illuminates each discussion with many intriguing, outrageous, and infamous cases, from the scalding coffee case that cost McDonald's half a million dollars, to the sensational murder trial in Victorian London that led to the legal definition of insanity, to the epochal decision in Marbury v. Madison that gave the Supreme Court the power to declare state and federal laws unconstitutional. He broadens the reader's legal vocabulary, clarifying the meaning of everything from "due process" and "equal protection" in constitutional law, to the distinction between "murder" and "manslaughter" in criminal law. Perhaps most important, we learn that law is voluminous and complex, but accessible to everyone.
Anyone who enjoys Court TV will find this book irresistible. Everyone who wants a better grasp of current legal issues, from students contemplating law school to journalists covering the legislature or the courts, will find here a wonderful source of information--a complete, clear, and colorful map of the American legal system.