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Preventing Elder Abuse
Most families who have a loved one fall victim to elder abuse claim they never thought it would happen to them. Sadly, elder abuse is a growing problem. Con artists are getting more creative and better at their job, making it more difficult for families to discover an elderly loved one has been taken advantage…
Why is Estate Planning such a Big Deal?
Most people believe that estate planning is important, yet they don’t think it is necessary for them. We often hear people say their estate isn’t big enough or that they will get around to creating an estate plan when they are older. However, an estate plan is important for everyone at all levels of net…
Why do I need a Power of Attorney?
When you think about creating an estate plan, you probably think about a Last Will and Testament or a trust. However, an equally important part of your estate plan is the power of attorney (POA) document. A POA addresses matters that are not covered by a Will or trust. The POA document is applied while…
Can You Trust Estate Planning Software?
If you are considering creating your estate plan by using Do-it-Yourself software, you should reconsider. Many people believe they will save money by not hiring an estate planning attorney, but what you do not know can cost you dearly. Below are a few facts you should consider before trusting a software program to create your…
Probate Property – What is it?
When you think about your estate going through probate, you may wonder what it means for your property. Probate is the procedure used by the court to administer the estate (i.e. pay creditors and locate assets) of a deceased person, including distributing his or her assets as directed by a will or under the law….
Using 529 Plans as Part of Your Estate Planning
As the cost of higher education continues to rise, many parents are worried about whether or not their children will be able to afford to attend college or other advanced school. If you are interested in helping your children, grandchildren or other loved ones with paying for college, you may want to consider using a…
Tips for Managing Your Important Records
Creating an estate plan is one of the most important things you can do for your loved ones. However, it is still essential that you keep your supporting records organized. This will make it easier for your family to handle your affairs when you die. Below are a few suggestions for organizing your records: Establish…
Do you want to be an Organ Donor?
Our estate planning attorneys are well aware of the heartache associated with trying to decide if a loved one would want to have his or her organs donated to save others. This is an extremely difficult decision for your loved ones to make on your behalf, so it is important to make your wishes known…
Are your Assets Protected if you are Sued?
Lawyers and financial advisors spend a lot of time telling their clients that they need to take measures to protect their assets. However, most individuals do not realize that they are at risk for being sued. As you go about your daily life, you may not even be aware of the various potential sources of…
Preserving Collections as Part of your Estate Planning
If you are a “collector” of something, you probably want to pass your collection on to your loved ones when you pass. Your collection may range from something sentimental like your family photographs to monetarily valuable items such as classic cars, artwork or antiques. Whatever type of collection you have, it is essential that you…