Understanding Revocable Trusts
We got this question from a client a while back: In the will of my brother, he left money in a revocable trust for my children, but they were only allowed to receive the money if they spent…
Talking To Family About End-Of-Life Care
Having an open and honest discussion about your mortality with your family is a sobering experience, but it is prudent. No one relishes the thought of their demise, and yet with forethought, you can ensure that your estate…
Don’t Wait Until an Emergency Occurs; Plan Ahead
Doesn’t that sound like something your mother would say? How often have you wished that you had listened to your mother? Nobody really wants to think in advance about accidents or illness. But if no advance planning has…
Famous and Ordinary People Alike Suffer From Dementia
With dementia, wildlife expert, author, guest TV personality, and TV producer Jack Hanna is retiring from work and public life. He has starred in shows such as Animal Adventures, Voices for Wildlife, and Into the Wild. Known as…
Wills and Estate Planning for Blended Families
Stepchildren are often part of American families, and it is not uncommon for them to receive the same treatment as full biological children, even when inheritance is involved. This is particularly true where stepchildren are part of a…
Understanding Creditors and Probate
By avoiding probate through legal methods, you can save taxes, keep your estate out of public view, and avoid needing court approval every step of the way. It can save you time, frustration, and in many cases, significant…
Tips for Planning an Estate for the Elderly and Near-Elderly
The 2021 Wills and Estate Planning Study by Caring.com and YouGov found that, for Americans aged fifty-five and older, the percentage of those with a will has dropped from sixty to forty-four percent since 2019. This decrease is…
An Overview of Alzheimer’s Stigmas
Losing a loved one’s memory can be a struggle for the entire family. The person who has been the head of the family may soon fade from the person they once were, leaving their loved ones to wonder…
Taking Care of an Estate Without a Will
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, caring.com reports that overall, older Americans without wills remain the same. Remarkably, younger adults with a will show an increase of sixty-three percent compared to pre-pandemic times. This 18 – 34 year old demographic…
Hearing Loss: Surprising Health Risks
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…