In the Mood for Giving Gifts? Shop Local!

Post date: Oct 8, 2012 8:03:33 PM

The Holiday season is upon us and with it comes the joy of shopping for loved ones. I like to avoid the crowds at the malls and mass produced items available on the internet. I shop at community and church fund raisers and bazaars. I also love to browse our Downtown shops where I find unique antiques, art and handcrafted treasures. I think about which family member would delight in each gift I select.

Creating a will and or trust is another way to shop local and decide who will receive and delight in which gift I chose. We all like to think we will be here forever to protect our families. Unfortunately the unexpected and expected happens. The only way to ensure daughter Victoria receives grandmother’s cedar chest, or brother John inherits Grandpa’s farm is to pre-plan your Estate with your local attorney. Office supply forms and computer programs do not spend time to know you and your family, or your unique needs. So if your last will was made when you had two children, but now there are four; or if you’ve never had estate planning completed at all, place that call toward the top of your gift list.

Then relax with a cup of good cheer and a sense of peace knowing you have truly completed your gift-giving for the family this year.

Angel Marks is a local attorney located Downtown at 215 Main Street, Suite B, Rising Sun, Indiana 47040 812-438-4072.