When you first start thinking about making your estate plan, it is hard to know who to trust. There are online legal document providers offering you ... Read More
Estate Plans That Fit
Everyone has old clothes in their closets, those things that you haven't worn forever. Maybe you stopped wearing them because they went out of style. ... Read More
Don’t Abandon Your Pets When You Make Your Estate Plan
Animal shelters often fill a need created by selfish or irresponsible pet owners. But even beloved pets cared for by considerate owners can end up in ... Read More
Financial Predators – Protecting an Elderly Parent From Gold Diggers
The local news from time to time reports cases of elderly people who have been the victims of financial abuse and lost their life savings. The signs ... Read More
The Minefield of Planning for “Stuff” — Part Two
Part One explained some “landmines” in estate planning for “stuff” – the personal effects, household furnishings, jewelry, family photos, music, ... Read More
Are Your Living Will and Health Care Power of Attorney Worth the Paper They’re Written On?
Living wills and health care powers of attorney (also known as physician directives) are widely available as fill-in-the blank forms. But ... Read More