Writing your will, drafting financial and healthcare powers of attorney, and ensuring you have a living will in place are all steps that give you and your family the peace of mind that comes with careful estate planning. However, if you and your loved ones do not have a secure, memorable, and accessible place to […]

Thinking about what will happen if your physical or mental health starts to decline can be a daunting prospect. Even more overwhelming can be the idea of imagining how the people you love will manage after you die. However, it is important to plan for these eventualities to ensure that your affairs will remain under […]

Right now, there are billions of dollars worth of unclaimed property across the United States. This is because sometimes a person dies without having accounted for all their assets, which they may have accidentally forgotten or abandoned. The good news is that it is often possible for family members or estate administrators to locate and […]

It is not uncommon for people to experience minor memory problems as they age. However, constant forgetfulness, persistent cognitive impairment, personality changes, and an inability to perform daily tasks can be signs of a more severe condition. While dementia is not a disease per se, it is a group of conditions and symptoms that interfere […]

Women face unique challenges when establishing their estate plans. Your needs and values may be different than those of your male counterparts. Creating a solid estate plan involves addressing these issues so that you don’t face hardships years down the road. While no one wants to dwell on what their death will look like or […]

Estate planning can seem overwhelming and confusing, especially when it comes to leaving assets to minors. Often, parents or grandparents want to include children (or grandchildren) in their estate plan and leave an inheritance for them. Yet, how can you give a gift to a minor and ensure that they will get it? Can you […]

If you are a first responder—police officer, firefighter, EMT, etc.—you put your life at risk every day when you go to work. Beyond the workplace, the high level of occupational stress also puts you at greater risk for long-term health problems, such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, sleep disorders, cancer, and suicide. That is why first […]

If you are a widow or widower, meeting a new partner after the death of a spouse can bring a mixed bag of emotions. Having a refreshed sense of hope about the future in the wake of a major loss may even feel exciting and invigorating. However, as unromantic as it might seem, it is […]

If your estate plan includes a revocable living trust, that plan typically includes a pour-over will to ensure that any remaining assets transfer to your trust when you die. This can simplify the probate process, saving your family time and money. Managing the deceased person’s finances can be an added stress for a family during […]

If you have an aging or chronically ill loved one, you may often find yourself wondering if there are ways to help them relieve their pain and feel more comfortable. Many forms of treatment that focus on curing a person’s condition actually make them feel worse rather than better. Fortunately, there is a medical option […]