Just a few years after your child came into the world, imagine waking up in the middle of the night with a start. Have you named a guardian for your child in case something happens to both of you? If you’re struggling to remember, you might find yourself hastily writing a note to check in the morning. And when you do check, you might find, just as I did, that despite your expertise in consumer reporting or financial planning, you’ve overlooked this essential piece of planning. Luckily, you’re still here, and there’s time to add a guardianship document to your will.
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