It sounds like something your mother would say, right? And how often do you wish you had listened to her? Nobody really wants to think about the potential for accidents or illness, and it can happen at any age. But…
A majority of Americans think estate planning is important, but only about a third have a will. caring.com Those individuals with a will may have moved to a different state or forgot to update their will after life events such…
Procrastinating end-of-life decisions is very common. They come with uncomfortable thoughts and choices. However, elder law attorneys make it easier by directing the conversation to the perspective of family members instead. Then you have the opportunity to control the situation,…
Almost everyone knows about the probate process, which takes place in probate court after someone dies. Unfortunately, fewer people know that it can be a long and complicated process. It can sometimes take months, or even years, to complete. The…
You can designate a trusted individual to act on your behalf by granting him or her power of attorney. They could be related to personal finances, business operations, or medical needs and used for a single immediate purpose or an…
Purchasing a home involves the transfer of legal property from one entity to another. Real estate transactions can become quite complex, especially as the market is ever-evolving with the increased presence of foreign buyers, publicly traded real estate investment trusts (REITs), and house-flipping enterprises.…
In the event that you became seriously ill or injured and were no longer capable of making healthcare decisions for yourself, what would you do? You don’t have to be old to become incapacitated. A living will, a component of…
Approximately 2.6 to 36.5 billion dollars in lost assets and money are reported every year by the National Council on Aging (NCOA). Although self-reported financial exploitation occurs at higher rates than all other types of elder abuse, the NCOA believes…
Minor and adult children alike may not agree on family circumstances, especially regarding the inheritance of your estate. Relationships can change and intensify when you die, with underlying issues that bubble to the surface, creating tensions over your estate and…
In 2021, Pew Research Center conducted a survey that revealed 23% of Americans are categorized as “sandwich generation.” As the senior population grows and younger adults are struggling to gain financial independence, many adults are finding themselves “sandwiched” between their…