The Nokbox Blog

Is It Time to Downsize?
Is It Time to Downsize?
Sometimes big life decisions seem relatively easy. The new job is too good to pass up. The right school accepted you. The ideal partner came at the ideal time. And... Read more...
New Year New You
New Year New You
It’s that time of year. We are approaching the end of the holiday season and looking ahead to the hanging of a new calendar. For some, a new year brings... Read more...
Having the Hard Family Conversations
Having the Hard Family Conversations
The holiday season often means more traveling to see loved ones and quiet afternoons and evenings meeting up with those we care about. As nice as it is to catch... Read more...
How to Help Your Parents with Technology
How to Help Your Parents with Technology
The benefits of technology are endless. From being able to see right on your phone if you remembered to close the garage door, to depositing a check into your bank... Read more...
The Stories of Our Possessions
The Stories of Our Possessions
No matter what we have accomplished in our lifetime, our legacy is largely dictated by the emotions and feelings brought on by our loss. The memories we leave become the... Read more...
Who Will Hold My Hand at the DMV
Who Will Hold My Hand at the DMV
The emotional roller coaster that comes with losing a loved one is real. Whether it is a loss you see slowly coming or a traumatic event that leads to an... Read more...
Downsizing an Estate: 7 Key Factors to Consider
Downsizing an Estate: 7 Key Factors to Consider
Over our lives, we all accumulate a household of items. Some are practical, some are decorative, and some are sentimental. We replace worn pieces with new ones. We upgrade to... Read more...
Hospice: Destigmatizing the Word, Maximizing the Benefits, and the Questions to Ask
Hospice: Destigmatizing the Word, Maximizing the Benefits, and the Questions to Ask
While most of us have heard the term “hospice”, unless you have navigated a terminal illness with a close family member or friend, you might not know much about what... Read more...
What To Do With Grandma’s Favorite Brooch- The Jewelry Left Behind
What To Do With Grandma’s Favorite Brooch- The Jewelry Left Behind
When loved ones pass away, they often leave behind a lifetime of personal goods that must be sorted through, divided up, and often discarded. Sometimes they are large items like... Read more...
When Old Becomes New- Transforming Childhood Items Into New Treasures
When Old Becomes New- Transforming Childhood Items Into New Treasures
If you have children, you know the pile of “treasures” that can be accumulated over 18 years of life. From the first locket of hair, to the piles of high... Read more...
What is a Death Doula?
What is a Death Doula?
The end of life journey is a deeply personal experience that brings uncertainty, big transformation, and many logistics to consider throughout the process, for the individual and their family. The... Read more...
Estate Planning Basics: What You Need to Know to Get Started
Estate Planning Basics: What You Need to Know to Get Started
Do you have an estate plan? If not, it’s a good idea to get one. If you do have one, you might want to think about adding a few things... Read more...