August is a time for students and families to reflect on the career pathways that education can help make possible. Many young people are questioning the value of higher education. National …

I spent some of my law school years living with my grandparents, studying at their kitchen table while they bickered lovingly about whose turn it was to make the coffee, a mundane experience that I …

Money, finances and investing can cause fear, anxiety and uncertainty for many people. While money anxiety is often associated with those who struggle financially, it is surprisingly common among …

Let’s be honest about August in the Lowcountry. It is hot. It is muggy. The heat index regularly climbs above 100. Thunderstorms build in the afternoons, hurricane season is in full swing, and the …

When was the last time you dusted off those old estate planning documents you completed when your children were still young? If you can’t remember the last time you looked over your will and power …

As summer comes to an end and a new school year approaches, many families are preparing for one of their child’s biggest milestones: starting preschool. While parents often think about school …

As the Lowcountry continues to grow, so do the opportunities and challenges facing the region. Jasper County was recently recognized as the fastest-growing county in the nation, while Beaufort County …

As our senior population continues to grow, many older adults and their families are unaware of the services and support available when life becomes more challenging. Planning ahead and understanding …

People are aware that most rescues and shelters, if not full, are certainly overcrowded. A variety of dog breeds, mixes and sizes is always available. The largest number of dogs are usually pit …

When we think about taking family photos, we usually picture the big moments: birthdays, graduations, vacations, weddings and holidays. Those milestones deserve to be remembered. But after years of …

A parents’ most important job is to create a safe and secure environment for the child to grow up in. An environment where the child can learn, feel, and experience the many emotions that come with …

Blind cats are highly adaptable and can live happy, active and fulfilling lives without sight. While blindness may sound like a major challenge, blind cats use their other senses to live normal lives …

As students head back to school, drivers should expect more buses, pedestrians and bicyclists on the road. Here are some back-to-school driving safety tips. Think of the morning craziness when …

After more than 20 years of helping families throughout the Hilton Head and Bluffton area, I’ve learned that estate planning isn’t really about money. It’s about people. It’s about protecting …

Every pet owner has favorite stories, especially the funny ones. I have a few that are veterinarian stories, pet owner stories or my own stories. Hopefully, you’ll have a good laugh. You’ll …

Here’s the truth: Death really sucks. I know. Not exactly the uplifting start you were hoping for with your morning coffee. But every single one of us is going to experience it. First, …

Memory Matters, the Lowcountry’s only South Carolina-licensed provider of comprehensive dementia care programs, is expanding its COMPASS Adult Social Day and Caregiver Respite Program to Okatie …

One of the most common misconceptions I encounter after more than 20 years of practicing estate planning is that once an estate plan is signed, the work is done. In reality, an estate plan should be …

Many Bluffton-area residents have heard that a trust helps you avoid probate. That’s true, and it’s only one of many advantages a trust can provide. Whether you’re enjoying retirement, raising …

“Man must rise above the Earth – to the top of the atmosphere and beyond – for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives.” – Socrates The world today is changing …