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The Rewards of Charitable Giving
Few things feel as satisfying or rewarding as helping others.
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There are a variety of ways you might consider making your gift besides a
cash contribution. Tools like wills,
appreciated securities, insurance polices and IRAs may make sense for your
financial situation. Using
tax-deductible bequests, trusts or other charitable giving options, can
reduce taxes while directing funds to your favorite nonprofits.
You may want to consider charitable giving as part of your estate
planning process. Financial advisors or your attorney can direct you to the
best options.
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Speight and Lappegaard
Attend Real Estate Institute Kent Speight and Jennifer Lappegaard attended the annual Real Estate Institute sponsored by Minnesota Continuing Legal Education in November. The two-day conference offers the latest information and expertise on legal issues affecting real estate. Of special interest this year were issues relating to recent developments in regulatory takings and new property tax legislation. Speight is a State Board Certified Real Property Specialist. The Minnesota State Bar Association Real Property Certification Program was initiated in 1989 and gives the public a greater sense in selecting a lawyer who is qualified to handle real property matters.
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TOYS FOR TOTS The staff of Watson & Speight will be collecting toys and monetary donations for the Toys for Tots program and the Women’s Center. Toys for Tots is making a special request for gifts for teens, educational toys and cash donations (please make checks payable to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation). The Women’s Center can use monetary donations. Please drop your donations at
Thank you for your generosity.
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FLAG
FACTS
American flags are flying in record numbers. Here are some tips to keep in mid when showing patriotic spirit:
· The flag is normally flown from sunrise to sunset. Illuminate it sufficiently if left out overnight.
· When displaying the flag on a wall or in a window, keep the blue rectangle with the stars in the upper-left corner, even if the flag is displayed vertically.
· Avoid using the stars and stripes for clothing, bedding, or anything else other than its intended purpose.
· Display, use, and store the flag in a way that will not allow it to be easily damaged or soiled; a flag should not touch the ground.
· Folding a flag properly is quite complex. The best instructions can be found on the Internet at www.usflag.org/fold.flag.html.
· When a flag is in such condition that it is not longer fit for display, it should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.
· Flag pins should be worn on the left lapel near the heart.
This newsletter is not intended to constitute legal advice regarding specific legal issues. If you have a specific legal concern or need advice, you should consult an attorney of your choosing.
