BEWARE THE BOGUS The Case Against Clumsy Online Counsel
Remember back in the ’80s and ’90s when we’d glance at the headlines of a tabloid newspaper on the rack in the supermarket check-out line and chuckle at their absurdity? While most people realized these publications weren’t reliable sources of information, the internet has made it much harder to distinguish fact from fiction. These days, anyone with a phone camera and access to a website or a YouTube account can present themselves as an expert. Unfortunately, following their suggestions is often as sensible as adhering to the advice scrawled on a bathroom wall. Here are two reasons why seeking help online for do-it-yourself estate planning
valid place to add sensitive information. Many of these sites also ask users to provide data via prewritten responses in drop-down menus. These systems typically prevent consumers from making modifications, addressing disputes, complying with specific state laws, or managing any other nuances typical of a personalized plan. Maneurving the Misinformation Mindfield In addition to these pitfalls, the most significant risk to preparing an estate plan online is that you may receive guidance from an entity or individual who has no idea what they’re talking about. Our team at the Sheppard Law Firm is comprised of experienced, Florida-certified attorneys who focus on ethical conduct through ongoing education and examination processes. We are committed to providing our
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clients with current, legitimate information relevant to state laws and a path toward coordinating a course of action to ensure the best possible
Online technology has allowed consumers to find quick and easy solutions to many of life’s responsibilities. This desire for convenience has led to numerous websites offering inexpensive and relatively hassle-free ways to draw up wills, trusts, and estate plans with the click of a mouse. Before utilizing one of these platforms, thoroughly examine its appearance. A poor layout with typos and confusing jargon is a dead giveaway that the site isn’t a
plan for you and your family. Please call us today before a mythical graduate of Google University leads you down the road to ruin.
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INGREDIENTS
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1 cup almond flour
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1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp almond extract
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup medium-grind cornmeal
Zest of 1 lemon, plus 2 tbsp juice Zest of 1 orange, plus 2 tbsp juice
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
Powdered sugar, optional
3 eggs
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oven to 350 F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment and lightly grease the sides with cooking spray. 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk almond flour, sugar, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt until combined. 3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, olive oil, vanilla, almond extract, and lemon and orange zest and juice. Combine the wet ingredients with dry ingredients. 4. Pour batter into the springform pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 15 minutes. 5. Run a knife gently around the edges of the cake, then remove the sides of the pan. If desired, dust cake with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh strainer.
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