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A comprehensive estate plan should always include the designation of someone who will have power of attorney (POA) over your health care and finances if you become incapacitated and are unable to make decisions for yourself. You should also have an advance directive...
Part of making an estate plan is making regular updates throughout your life. It’s often believed that estate plans should be updated every three to five years. However, you may need to update your estate plans ahead of schedule because you were recently married or...
A living will is a legal document that specifies your health care preferences if you cannot communicate them yourself. This could happen after a sudden illness or an injury that makes it impossible to express your wishes for medical treatment. For instance, would you...
As the responsibilities of caring for aging parents become increasingly challenging, many adult children grapple with the decision of whether to enroll their loved ones in a nursing home. This pivotal choice demands careful consideration, balancing the needs of aging...
When making an estate plan, you may find yourself wondering how that inheritance is going to be used by the next generation. You may hope that the beneficiaries will use the money for things like starting a business, buying a family home or getting a college...
Elder financial exploitation is a growing concern. Today, seniors are increasingly becoming targets of financial abuse. An effectively crafted estate plan plays a critical role in safeguarding older individuals' financial interests and assets. It can also help to...
If it’s been several years since you first drafted your estate plan, it may be time to take another look. Many people pass away without updated estate plans. As a result, assets and beneficiaries not included in an estate plan may lead to issues and legal battles....
Many people put off estate planning because they believe it’s for the old or wealthy. In truth, anyone with assets should create one, regardless of age, marital status, or if they have children. Here are some reasons everyone needs an estate plan and what they should...
A will is the most common legal document in any estate plan. This legal document outlines beneficiaries who would stand to gain from an estate after the testator passes away. However, many beneficiaries have to wait several months to over a year before they see any...
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial planning and asset protection, Medicaid Assets Protection Trust (MAPT) has become an invaluable tool for individuals seeking to safeguard their wealth and access Medicaid benefits when needed. A Medicaid Assets Protection...