Learn how families can protect properties like cabins, homesteads, farms, or hunting land for future generations. Topics include navigating threats such as long-term care costs, Medicaid, estate taxes, divorces, bankruptcy, operating expenses, and family dynamics. Participants will explore four clear paths and practical solutions to preserve family legacy assets while maintaining harmony among owners and heirs.

Starkson Family Preplanning Specialists are excited to partner with Lakeville Community Ed to offer an educational series designed to help residents make informed, confident decisions about end-of-life planning. This four-part series provides clear, compassionate guidance on topics that are often misunderstood or avoided, but impact every family. Across four 60-minute sessions, participants will learn about preplanning and why it matters, traditional funerals and cremation options, green burial and water cremation, monuments and memorialization, wills, probate, and essential legal considerations, and protecting yourself from senior scams. Each session encourages open conversation, practical takeaways, and thoughtful planning—without pressure or sales. Whether attendees are planning for themselves, a loved one, or simply want to be informed, this series offers valuable knowledge to help them make choices that reflect their values and wishes. Starkson Family Preplanning Specialists play diverse roles within our organization, contributing to the overall strength of the death care industry. Their experience in connecting with people and guiding families with compassion make them perfect messengers to share this valuable information with Lakeville residents.

Did you know that women face unique challenges when it comes to maximizing their Social Security benefits? Understand key Social Security provisions like: How to qualify for spousal and survivor benefits off your husband's record Increasing your payments by delaying claims as long as possible Managing the earned income limits if you continue working Collecting on your ex-spouse's record after divorce Minimizing taxes on your Social Security income in retirement Securities offered through Parkland Securities, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Fee-based investment advisory services offered through Sigma Planning Corporation, a registered investment advisor. Business and Family Advisors, LLC is independent of Parkland Securities, LLC and SPC

Join a seasoned attorney for an open-forum seminar focused on estate planning essentials. This session addresses Minnesota probate, the differences between Wills and Trusts, and strategies for managing nursing home costs and estate taxes. Participants will learn how to handle retirement assets, Transfer-On-Death Deeds, and complex family dynamics. Bring your specific questions to gain professional clarity and ensure your plan provides a seamless transition for your heirs.

This in-depth Retirement Education course is designed to prepare you for a successful retirement. You will learn how to manage investment risks, use tax laws to your advantage, understand cash-flow planning for retirement in addition to managing healthcare, long-term care, company retirement plans, estate planning and much more. The course is taught by a Certified Financial Educator and Retirement Specialist using live case studies, class participation and interactive exercises.

Estate planning doesn’t have to feel intimidating or impersonal. In this practical class, you’ll learn how generational planning helps individuals share more than money your wishes, stories, and values—so the next generation has clarity and direction. You’ll see what happens when a legacy isn’t planned, how to plan for sudden incapacity, and how to successfully transfer both tangible and intangible wealth. You’ll leave with a simple six-step process and a clear next step you can take immediately. You don’t need to be wealthy to benefit; you need to be clear. Whether you’re 45 or 75, this framework helps you align paperwork, people, and purpose. Securities offered through Parkland Securities, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Fee-based investment advisory services offered through Sigma Planning Corporation, a registered investment advisor. Business and Family Advisors, LLC is independent of Parkland Securities, LLC and SPC

Are you and your spouse nearing retirement age? Learn how to get the most out of your Social Security benefits as a couple. Are you widowed or single? This class can help answer questions for you too! This class is essential for married couples wanting to ensure they receive their full share of the Social Security benefits they've earned. Topics include: How marriage impacts Social Security Deciding when to claim Coordinating with other income sources Taxes and Social Security Working while receiving benefits Techniques that higher-earning couples can utilize Securities offered through Parkland Securities, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Fee-based investment advisory services offered through Sigma Planning Corporation, a registered investment advisor. Business and Family Advisors, LLC is independent of Parkland Securities, LLC and SPC