Who Can Speak for an Incapacitated Young Adult?
Incapacity can occur because of illness or an accident. It can be temporary or permanent. That’s why every adult needs a power of attorney in place, once they turn eighteen.
Caring for Your Aging Dad
Aging dads fall into two categories: those who adapt to change even if it means allowing others to help, and those who refuse to give up any kind of control. How can you help, when it becomes clear that Dad needs you, and your roles begin to reverse?
Does ‘Gray Divorce’ Fit into Estate Planning?
“Gray divorce” — the unfortunately named term for divorce after age 50 — is increasing among baby boomers.
Organize Your Important Papers and Get Personal and Financial Affairs in Order
The first step in getting your affairs in order is to gather up all your important personal, financial and legal information, so you can arrange it in a format that will benefit you now and your loved ones later.
Does an Elder Orphan Need an Estate Plan?
This is big concern for millions of older Americans who don’t have a spouse, children or other family they can depend on to watch out for their well-being.
Why Shouldn’t I Wait to Draft my Will?
It’s an important task that is easy to procrastinate. However, here is why you shouldn’t:
How Do I Protect My Spouse and My Children in a Second Marriage?
Who’s going to inherit on the death of one of the re-marrieds? Will this be the surviving spouse? If so, where will those inherited monies go on the second-to-die’s death?
Dying Parent’s Financial Affairs Can Be Challenging
Dealing with a sick family member is a challenging and emotional time.
Can End-of-Life Planning Increase Control for Cancer Patients?
An end-of-life program that enables patients with advanced cancer to document their wishes can enhance feelings of life completion, improve relationships with healthcare providers and decrease death-related anxiety, according to a presentation at the 2021 Virtual Association of Community Cancer Centers National Oncology Conference.
Why Is Estate Planning Review Important?
Your estate planning is done, but is it? A periodic review is an important ongoing step to your planning.
