Frequently, we hear the following question: “Doesn't it make sense to just get a will off of the internet, deed my land, and put money in the bank for my children upon my death?” It’s just not a good idea.…
It is hard for me to decide which of my two children will be my legal representative when I need help paying my bills and talking to doctors. Can't I just name them both? You can, but please don't. You…
If you're just starting to think about your options or if you're far along in the estate planning process, you probably have questions about how and to whom you want your assets distributed. A trust can be a great tool…
The thought of talking to your parents about their will or estate plan, or whether they don't have one, can be daunting. Many adult children put off having the “dreaded talk” with parents and are unprepared when an unforeseen event…
All Americans who wish to protect their families and themselves must have an estate plan. Making sound decisions regarding finances and healthcare can become challenging as you age due to diminished mental capacity or declining health. Putting these five must-have…
This was a question we received from a client: A revocable trust created by my brother left money to my children - but they could only use that money if they went to Tanzania to see elephants. Why can't my…
Let's say you have a completed estate plan. It will be taking care of your home, savings, and investments, making sure that your family will get those valuable estate items fairly and efficiently. Your plan will also protect your legacy…
Enabling the Disabled You can make careful use of family money to fit the rules of disability benefits while still providing additional benefits to the disabled person. And, though the rules can be strict, disabled people are still permitted autonomy…
It's unfortunate that seniors are often prime targets for financial abuse and scams. Sadly, the elderly are often taken advantage of by strangers — and sometimes even their own family members. That’s why it’s important that planning is in place…
The importance of identifying your digital property and managing it has never been greater as we integrate the Internet of Things (IoT) into our daily lives. From smart home devices to online investments and bank accounts, we’ve gone way beyond…
