Intestacy laws in your state will determine your estate’s financial future and legacy for your loved ones if you don’t put together a plan. Dying without an estate plan or a basic will creates confusion, work, and heartache for your…
Your legacy may have taken years to develop and protect. But have you thought about the impact it will have on family members who are in different stages of life after you are gone? It’s crucial that your loved ones…
Almost everyone will require long-term care at some point during their lives, so it is important to plan ahead. While we cannot predict the timing or level of care, we can take steps to prepare for an unexpected medical and…
We often receive this question. You can use the following information to determine whether you need a trust and, if so, what type would work best for you. For example, maybe you have a disabled child and you want a…
You might wonder what estate planning and elder law entail and how they differ as you plan for your future, both financially and health-wise. Estate planning and elder law also have some similarities. Even though these two types of law…
With the Internet of Things (IoT) intertwined with our lives, identifying and managing the digital property you own is more important than ever. From smart home devices to online investments and bank accounts, we’ve gone way beyond using the internet…
Protecting your children’s and grandchildren’s inheritances from creditors should be a part of your estate plan. A simple way to achieve inheritance protection is through a trust. A trust can pass your wealth bypassing probate. This allows specific trust provisions…
Dementia often leaves elderly people unprepared for future care. If you or someone you love has received a dementia diagnosis, begin immediately to discuss and seek guidance for future care. For help in implementing the steps that need to be…
As you may recall, in 2007, hotel heiress Leona Helmsley left $12 million in a trust fund for the care of her Maltese puppy “Trouble.” The Value of an Animal Trust for Your Pet For those who care about the…
As far as estate planning and elder law are concerned, they serve different functions with some overlap, yet they are both equally important to protect you and your family. The two terms tend to go hand in hand, but there…