Power of Attorney: What You Need to Know
Power of attorney is an essential tool in planning for the possibility of becoming incapacitated…
In Estate Planning, Here Are Five Mistakes People Make
Your adult life is divided into two halves: the first half is spent achieving financial…
Protecting an Elderly Parent by Claiming Guardianship
As a parent age, they lose their ability to think clearly and make meaningful decisions.…
A Guide to Contesting a Will
An estate will details who will receive a deceased person's property and which person (called…
Inheriting Family Values
Family values and assets can be difficult to address and legally formalize, especially if parents…
How Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts Compare
People with disabilities can save money tax-free through special needs trusts (SNT) and Achieving a…
A Senior’s Guide to Estate Planning
In terms of setting up wills and estate plans, older Americans outpace their younger counterparts.…
Trusts and Wills: What’s the Difference?
For estate planning, wills and trusts offer specific and quite different advantages. Each state has…
It Is Important to Be Aware of Some Pitfalls When Designating Beneficiaries
In theory, passing your property to your heirs should be straightforward. You make a will…
How Divorce Affects Estate Planning
The process of getting a divorce is usually not an easy one. There is a…
Meditation and Mindfulness for Health and Stress Management
The world is constantly bombarded with bad news, causing stress. It is also common for…
Protect Your Interests and Avoid Conservatorship With a Durable Power of Attorney
Adult conservatorships are forms of legal guardianship. Decisions and actions can be made by someone…