This Independence Day, consider how the same spirit can inspire you to create your own declaration of independence for your loved ones. Just as our founders understood that true freedom requires intentional planning and sacrifice, creating a Life & Legacy Plan ensures your loved ones won't be bound by confusion, court battles, or government decisions when you're no longer here to guide them.

Let's explore how the principles that built America can help you build lasting security for the people you love most.

FREEDOM FROM GOVERNMENT CONTROL OVER YOUR FAMILY'S FUTURE
Our founders fought for the right to self-governance, rejecting the idea that distant authorities should make decisions about their lives and families. Today, you face a similar choice. Without an estate plan, you're essentially allowing the government to make crucial decisions about your family's future through default state laws and probate courts. 

Intellectual property (IP) myths are costing businesses millions in lost revenue, legal battles, and missed opportunities. Let's explore five of the most damaging IP myths and uncover the truths that could save your business from costly mistakes.

Myth 1: "My Business is Too Small to Worry about IP Protection"

This might be the most costly myth in business today. Many entrepreneurs think IP protection is only for large corporations with deep pockets and teams of lawyers. The truth is exactly the opposite.

Small businesses often have the most to lose from IP theft because they have fewer resources to recover from it. When a competitor copies your innovative product or steals your brand identity, you don't have the luxury of absorbing those losses like a Fortune 500 company might. This includes everything from your local bakery's secret recipe to a freelance designer's logo creations to a consultant's proprietary methodology.

( see...a mail carrier from Destin, Texas)

It's a heartwarming story with a happy ending, but it also highlights a sobering reality: Floyd was lucky. Thousands of pets aren't so fortunate when their owners pass away without making arrangements for their care.

According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), 5.8 million dogs and cats entered animal shelters and rescue organizations in 2024, and many are there because their owners died or became incapacitated without a plan in place.

As touching as Burke's story is, Floyd's situation could have ended very differently. What if no one had stepped forward? What if Burke hadn't heard about Floyd's plight? This story serves as a powerful reminder that our beloved pets depend entirely on us—not just for their daily care, but for their future security.

Let's explore why including your pets in your Life & Legacy Plan isn't just thoughtful—it's essential.

Whether due to past financial hardships, student loans, or simply a lack of credit history, a low credit score can make traditional financing seem out of reach. But that doesn’t mean your business dream is dead.

In fact, you can absolutely fund a business—even grow it quickly and intentionally—using other people’s money (OPM).

Let’s explore how entrepreneurs with low credit can access real startup capital, fund with confidence, and pay it back once the profits start rolling in.

A NEW APPROACH TO FUNDING

Traditional bank loans rely heavily on personal credit, often locking out brilliant, capable entrepreneurs who don’t fit a narrow financial mold. But smart funding is about resourcefulness, not perfection.

What if you could pitch your potential, prove your business model, and secure the capital to scale—all without your credit score being the deciding factor?

It’s possible. And it starts with knowing your options.

Priscilla Presley, 79, is currently in court, claiming she was defrauded of over $1 million by people she once trusted. If it can happen to someone with her resources, fame, and team of advisors, it can happen to anyone.

That’s what makes her story so powerful—it’s a wake-up call. Financial elder abuse doesn’t just affect strangers on the news. It’s something we all need to understand, prepare for, and actively guard against.

Let’s look at what happened in Priscilla Presley’s case, how predators operate, and most importantly, how proactive Life & Legacy Planning can provide the protection you and your loved ones deserve.
HOW FINANCIAL ELDER ABUSE OFTEN BEGINS

In Presley’s case, the allegations are chilling—but unfortunately, common. Reports claim that over the course of two years, her former business partner, Brigitte Kruse, gained her trust, gradually isolated her from longtime advisors, and ultimately persuaded her to sign documents giving others control over her finances and business affairs. If these claims prove true, they represent a textbook pattern of financial elder abuse. And understanding that pattern is the first step toward prevention.