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Oct 1Is Your Estate Plan Ready for the Holidays? What to Review This October
Is Your Estate Plan Ready for the Holidays? What to Review This OctoberAs the holiday season approaches, families in Rochester and across Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee Counties gather to reflect, ...
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Sep 29What Happens to Your Digital Assets If You Don’t Plan Ahead?
Estate planning has traditionally focused on physical property like homes, bank accounts, and personal belongings. But in today’s world, many people in Rochester and across Monroe, Orleans, and ...
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Sep 22Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Review Your Legal Documents
As summer winds down and fall begins in Rochester and throughout Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee Counties, many families and small business owners take stock of what needs to be done ...
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Sep 15Top Legal Mistakes Small Business Owners Make and How to Avoid Them
Owning a small business in Rochester or across Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee Counties can be exciting and rewarding. But many entrepreneurs make legal missteps that can lead to costly disputes, ...
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Sep 8Is an LLC Right for Your Small Business in New York?
When starting a business in New York, one of the first decisions you’ll face is how to structure it legally. For small business owners in Rochester, Brockport, and ...
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Sep 1What to Include in a Purchase Agreement When Buying Property in Rochester
When buying a home or property in Rochester or the surrounding areas of Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee Counties, the purchase agreement is one of the most important documents you’...
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Aug 29Common Title Problems in Western NY Real Estate and How to Fix Them
When buying or selling property in Western New York—including Rochester, Brockport, and communities in Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee Counties—one of the most important steps is the title search. ...
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Aug 22Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney When Refinancing Your Home in New York?
Refinancing your home can be a smart move—whether you’re lowering your interest rate, tapping equity for renovations, or consolidating debt. But many homeowners in Rochester and across Monroe, ...
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Aug 15Medicaid Planning Myths That Could Cost Your Family in Monroe County
Planning for long-term care is one of the most important steps families in Monroe County can take. Nursing home costs in Rochester and nearby communities often exceed $180,000 per year, quickly ...
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Aug 8What Are the Benefits of Setting Up a Trust for Your Family in Western NY?
Many families in Western New York—including Rochester, Brockport, and the surrounding counties of Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee—wonder if creating a trust is worth it. While not ...
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Aug 1How Often Should You Update Your Will in New York?
Many people create a will and assume it will serve them for life. But as your family, finances, and priorities evolve, your will should evolve too. If you live in ...
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Jul 29Can You Choose Your Own Real Estate Attorney in New York? Yes—Here’s Why You Should
When you buy or sell a home in New York, you have a lot of decisions to make—price, inspections, closing dates, and more. But one choice many people ...
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Jul 22At What Age Should You Start Estate Planning in New York?
Many people think estate planning is something to handle later in life—after retirement. But the truth is, estate planning isn’t just for older adults. In fact, ...
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Jul 15What Should Retirees in Western NY Include in Their Estate Plan?
If you're retired or nearing retirement in Western New York—especially in Rochester, Brockport, or nearby in Monroe, Orleans, or Genesee County—now is the right time ...
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Jul 8Why Summer Is a Smart Time to Get Your Legal Affairs in Order in Rochester
Warm weather, longer days, and a lighter calendar make summer the perfect season to tackle projects that often sit on hold—like cleaning up your legal paperwork. Whether you ...
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Jul 11What to Watch Out for in Summer Real Estate Deals in Rochester
Summer is prime time for buying and selling homes in Rochester—longer days, better weather for showings, and many families eager to move before a new school year. With ...
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Jun 29Why Summer Is the Smartest Time to Review Your Legal Documents
Summer is often a season of planning—vacations, home projects, family gatherings, and catching up on what’s been sitting on your to-do list. It’s also ...
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Jun 22What Legal Steps Should You Take After a Major Life Change in 2025?
Major life events—both planned and unexpected—can affect your legal and financial future in significant ways. Whether you’ve gotten married, had a child, started a ...
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Jun 15Legal Tips for Selling Inherited Property in Orleans and Genesee Counties
Inheriting property from a loved one can be both a blessing and a challenge. Whether it's a house, land, or vacation property, deciding what to do with an inherited ...
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Jun 8How to Protect Your LLC From Internal Disputes This Year
Running a successful LLC often means juggling growth, day-to-day operations, and multiple personalities. But no matter how strong your team or partnership may be, internal disputes can arise—and when ...
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Is Your Estate Plan Ready for the Holidays? What to Review This October
Is Your Estate Plan Ready for the Holidays? What to Review This OctoberAs the holiday season approaches, families in Rochester and across Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee Counties gather to reflect, reconnect, and look toward the future. October presents the perfect window to pause and ask a critical question: Is your ...
What Happens to Your Digital Assets If You Don’t Plan Ahead?
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Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Review Your Legal Documents
As summer winds down and fall begins in Rochester and throughout Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee Counties, many families and small business owners take stock of what needs to be done before the end of the year. One important task that often gets overlooked? Reviewing your legal documents. At Klafehn, Heise &...
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