Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) research suggests hearing loss poses health risks over a period of 10 years. The risks include a 50% greater risk of dementia, a 40% greater risk of developing depression, and a…
Almost everyone knows about the probate process, which takes place in probate court after someone passes away, and they are aware that it takes place after someone dies. Unfortunately, fewer people know that it can be a long…
History has never witnessed a financial time as turbulent as this one. Baby boomers preparing to pass on their legacies through estate plans put America on the brink of the largest ever transfer of wealth. Over the next…
Trusts are not exclusive to the wealthy, anyone can benefit from setting up a trust. Do you want to keep your affairs private and stay out of probate court? Maybe you have stepchildren? Do you want to leave…
For parents of children with mental/physical disabilities and the elderly, a third-party special needs trust, sometimes referred to as supplemental needs trust can be a great estate planning option. This type of trust will receive assets from you…
Many elderly Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurologic disorder marked by a steady decline in cognitive, behavioral, and social skills. Initial symptoms are often mistaken for normal aging and include problems with language, mood swings, disorientation,…
Incidents of what attorneys deem "undue influence" on the elderly constitute elder abuse. It disrupts the older persons' impulse to provide for loved ones and instead leaves assets to the manipulator. Often, family members do not find out…
The need for estate planning becomes more and more critical as we get older. Many people avoid estate planning because they do not want to think about the end of life, failing health, or disability. Others believe that…
Preparing and organizing your financial information for when you are no longer capable will bring peace of mind to you today and relieve the future burden on your loved ones. It will ensure proper management of your financial…
Routine estimates predict that about 50 percent of aging adults will require long-term care at some stage of their lives. If you are an adult 65 or more, the percentage moves up to 70 percent. However, the demand…