As our loved ones age, it’s not uncommon for them to experience a decline in mental abilities that can make it difficult for them to manage their finances effectively. If you have an older loved one, it’s important to be aware of the signs of diminished capacity so that you can take action to help …
If you have a child with special needs, you may be tempted to assume that if something happens to you or your partner, your other children will take care of their sibling. However, it’s important to take the time now to create a legal plan for your child so that they are always protected no …
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As our family members age, taking care of their financial and medical needs becomes increasingly important. Having conversations about the realities of aging early on can help ease the emotional stress that comes with it – providing a cushion for both you and your loved ones in case any conditions like dementia set in quickly …
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When it comes to estate planning, many people wonder if they can simply write their wishes down in an email and have it be considered a legal Last Will and Testament. While it’s true that technology has made it easier than ever to communicate our wishes and desires, an email is not typically sufficient to …
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With today’s technology, access to information is literally in the palm of our hands. From your cell phone, you can download manuals to repair a washing machine that’s thirty years old or watch step-by-step video tutorials that will teach you how to do anything from knitting a sweater to playing an instrument without taking a …
When a loved one enters hospice care, it can be a difficult and overwhelming experience. One of the most important things to consider is estate planning—which can help ensure that your loved one’s wishes are honored and surviving family members are financially cared for. The following steps can help caregivers more smoothly navigate legal issues …
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You worked hard to provide for your spouse throughout your marriage, and you want to continue to do so well into your retirement years. When the need for nursing home care or assisted living is on the horizon, the cost of such care can weigh heavily. The good news is that asset protection planning can …
We think we have all the time in the world. We know we will die someday, but as humans, we think it will be a long way off in the future. And hopefully it will be. But unfortunately we don’t know when it will happen. Putting things off, especially estate planning, can have a serious …
I’m not a big celebrity watcher, but this is one of the many celebrity stories that can help the rest of us learn what not to do in our own lives. Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley, died unexpectedly on January 12, 2023 at the age of 54. She left behind 3 …
You know you need an estate plan but where do you start? Getting started with estate planning can seem overwhelming for a number of reasons: there are a number of planning options available, you may have heard from a friend or family member that you need a trust or that you only need a will …
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