Legacy Planning

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Laddering Life Insurance: A Smarter Way to Save and Protect Your Family

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When most people think about life insurance, they imagine one big policy to cover everything for 30 years. But that approach often results in overpaying or overinsuring beyond what you really need.   Laddering life insurance offers a more intentional solution—tailored to your life stages and designed to evolve with you. What Is Laddering Life […]

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What Happens If You Become Incapacitated?

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Have you ever wondered what happens if you become incapacitated—mentally or physically unable to make your own decisions?   Whether due to illness, injury, or progressive cognitive conditions like dementia, incapacity can leave families scrambling without guidance or access to essential resources. And for many, it happens without warning.   At SageVault, we believe that

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Wills vs Trusts: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Legacy

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H2 Block – for sub-headers When it comes to preparing for the future, few topics are as important—or as misunderstood—as wills and trusts. Whether you’re caring for aging parents, navigating Alzheimer’s and dementia, or simply want to avoid unnecessary conflict after you’re gone, having a clear estate plan is one of the greatest gifts you

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The Long Goodbye: Navigating Alzheimer’s and Dementia

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Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia present a unique challenge, often referred to as the “long goodbye.”  It’s a slow, progressive loss of the person you love, marked by moments of both connection and grief. Navigating Alzheimer’s and dementia requires empathy, flexibility, and early, proactive planning.   At SageVault, we believe that clarity today

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Why Probate Sucks: Navigating the Process and How to Avoid It

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Losing a loved one is painful enough without adding legal complications to the mix. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what probate does. Probate is the court-supervised process of validating a will, paying debts, and distributing assets after someone dies. While it serves important legal functions, the reality of why probate sucks becomes quickly apparent to anyone who’s

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Digital Legacy Planning: How to Memorialize or Deactivate Social Media Accounts & More

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Need to manage online accounts after death? Learn the steps to memorialize or deactivate Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, Instagram, Apple, and more.   When a loved one dies, their social media profiles and online accounts often remain active. Understanding how to manage online accounts after death is crucial to protect their digital legacy and ensuring their

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How to Start the Conversation: Your Family Discussion Guide

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Practical tips for those difficult but necessary family planning talks Starting an estate planning conversation with your family can feel overwhelming, but it’s one of the most meaningful steps you can take to protect relationships and ensure clarity for the future.   Whether you’re sharing your own wishes with adult children or opening the door

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