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The Founding Fathers left behind letters, wills, declarations, and enough documentation for us to spend 250 years debating what they meant.

Most of us can't find our insurance policy.

As America approaches its 250th birthday, we're reflecting on what the Founders got right about legacy and planning ahead: if something matters, write it down.

You don't need to leave behind a Declaration of Independence. But making sure your loved ones know where to find your important documents, passwords, accounts, and wishes? That's a legacy, too.

Bonus: We're sharing our free AfterLight Legacy Organization Spreadsheet to help you get started.

🔗 Read the full post and grab the spreadsheet through the link in our bio.

Most people think being named executor means “follow the will.”

In reality? It often means navigating taxes, deadlines, creditor claims, probate rules, and federal laws most people have never encountered before.

One of the biggest misconceptions we see:
“If the estate can’t pay the taxes, the executor is personally stuck with the bill.”

Usually, no.
But executors can create personal liability, and unfortunately, these mistakes often happen because people are trying to do the “right” thing during one of the hardest seasons of their lives.

This week, we’re highlighting an excellent article from Wiggam Law that breaks down:
• when executor liability can happen
• how tax debt survives death
• why federal tax rules matter more than many people realize
• and the common mistakes that create avoidable problems for families

If you’re serving as an executor (or may someday be asked to), this is worth the read. Head to our bio to grab the link! 🔗