People who are good with money are often very proud of their ability to know when someone is trying to sell them on a bad idea. For example, they might be proud of being able to tell when someone is trying to sell them on a bad investment. We have long known that people who are good at doing this in their younger years often fall victim to scams in their elderly years. What we have not known is why, until now. Studies conducted at UCLA have recently shown that a section of our brain sends off … [Read more...] about An Interesting Study
Texas History – Do You Know What Town is Located in the Center of Texas?
Although modern cartography differs to some degree, Center City in Mills County was so named because it is the geographical center of Texas. … [Read more...] about Texas History – Do You Know What Town is Located in the Center of Texas?
Thought for the Day:
Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful. Joshua J. Marine … [Read more...] about Thought for the Day:
Texas History – Do You Know When the First Public Demonstration of an Airplane Occurred in Texas?
The first public demonstration of an airplane in Texas took place February 8, 1910, near Houston, when Frenchman Louis Paulhan showed off his French-made fabric-and-wood biplane. … [Read more...] about Texas History – Do You Know When the First Public Demonstration of an Airplane Occurred in Texas?
Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?
Kenneth Arnold Chesney (1968- ) - Singer & Songwriter Kenneth "Kenny" Chesney is an American country music singer/songwriter. Chesney has recorded 15 albums, 14 of which have been certified gold or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). He has also recorded more than 30 Top Ten singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, 22 of which climbed to the top of the charts. Chesney produced and co-directed a film for ESPN, The Boys Of Fall. Chesney has received … [Read more...] about Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?
Thought for the Day:
First, have a definite, clear practical ideal; a goal, an objective, Second, have the necessary means to achieve your ends; wisdom, money, materials, and methods. Third, adjust all your means to that end. Aristotle … [Read more...] about Thought for the Day:
Destroy Old Wills
We have previously told you a couple of very basic, but important, estate planning tips. We have told you that when you make a new Will, you need to be sure that you destroy any old Wills. We have also told you that you need to make sure that your heirs can easily find your Will. A case in New York highlights why you need to listen to these tips. Elmer H. Bobst was multi-millionaire who passed away over 30 years ago. At the time, his estate was Probated and distributed according to Letters … [Read more...] about Destroy Old Wills
Texas History – Do You Know How the Town of Weslaco Got Its Name?
The town of Weslaco in the Rio Grande Valley was named for W.E. Stewart Land Company (WESLaCo), which promoted the land development when the Missouri-Pacific Railroad came through Hidalgo County. … [Read more...] about Texas History – Do You Know How the Town of Weslaco Got Its Name?
Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?
John Seward Johnson, Sr. (1895-1983) - Businessman John Seward Johnson, also known as Seward Johnson, was one of the sons of Robert Wood Johnson, Sr. (co-founder of Johnson & Johnson). He founded the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution (HBOI). Johnson was married three times, and he had six children. While he was married to Esther Underwood, his second wife of 32 years, he engaged in extramarital affairs with his chambermaid, Barbara Piasecka. In 1971, they married and none of … [Read more...] about Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?
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How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world. Anne Frank … [Read more...] about Thought for the Day:
