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
The Minefield of Planning for “Stuff” – Part One
If you have elderly parents, have you talked with them about the challenge of handling the “stuff” they will leave behind one day? In more than 33 ... Read More
The Minefield of Planning for “Stuff ” — Part Three
In this third and final segment, I will offer tips on how to actually dispose of the “stuff” that parents and loved ones may leave behind. It can be ... Read More
Why Young Couples Need An Estate Plan
Reason 1: You have young children Ask any parent of young children what is most important to them and you will hear the same answer -- my ... Read More