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Scammers are getting more savvy and increasingly personal. They may pose as investment professionals, leaders of trusted financial institutions, and even Schwab employees, all to gain your confidence and trust. With vigilance and a few tips on imposter tactics and techniques, you can recognize these fraudsters and steer clear of their traps.
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Over the decades — and centuries — transformative technologies have disrupted industries, displaced workers, and reshaped the global economy. Each time, the adjustment felt significant. And each time, humanity adapted. In fact, living standards improved and more people were employed.
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Being named as a successor trustee carries serious responsibilities under California law. If you find yourself in this role, here’s a roadmap through your first 90 days, with key steps and pitfalls to avoid. This is written by an experienced attorney specialising in estate planning law in California and other states.
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US recessions are identified by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). Their decisions factor in numerous economic indicators such as GDP growth, industrial production, and unemployment but are not contingent on an exact formula. Accordingly, past recessions have come in all shapes and sizes, depending on what you’re measuring.
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Trustee Trouble in Paradise: What Jimmy Buffett’s Estate Dispute Teaches About Fiduciary Duty
When iconic singer and entrepreneur Jimmy Buffett passed away in 2023, he left behind more than just tropical tunes and a laid-back legacy, he left behind a $275 million estate now at the center of a legal storm. The dispute pits his widow, Jane Buffett, against Richard Mozenter, his longtime financial advisor and co-trustee of the Marital Trust established for Jane’s benefit.