Planning Your Veteran’s Benefits Has Never Been More Important
Despite many hopes, COVID-19 is not going away. Over 65-year-olds are more likely to die from it, according to studies. Individuals living…
Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors
A CDC report reports that one out of every five falls among seniors results in a serious injury like a broken bone…
Who Is Represented by the Probate Attorney: The Executor or the Heirs to the Estate?
You should know the lawyer’s role as soon as you start the probate process, whether you are the executor or heir. One…
The Pitfalls of Beneficiary Designations
Leaving property to your heirs may seem straightforward. You make a will or a trust, you do a transfer-on-death deed for your…
Your Power of Attorney: How Powerful Is It?
An effective “power of attorney” requires strong (POA) documents. If there comes a time when you or your elder becomes unable to…
What Does It Mean to Be a “Fiduciary”?
Your family member or friend may need you to act as their power of attorney. Your person may be planning for when…
When It Comes to Medicaid, Giving Is Not Always Better Than Receiving
A loved one should not give gifts if there is a possibility that he or she may need Medicaid assistance in the…
The Importance of Estate Planning for LGBTQIA+ Individuals
You should plan for your estate in order to protect your loved ones, regardless of your orientation. In the LGBTQIA+ community, estate…
Coming of Age and Powers of Attorney
When your child turns 18 (in most states), it might be hard to imagine that little child who once needed you for…
Life Insurance Can Be Used to Fund a Special Needs Trust
Taking into consideration the future care of their special needs child requires parents to take on unique responsibilities. Funding a special needs…
