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Is Transferring House to Children a Good Idea?

Adding an adult child to your house deed, or giving them the home outright, might seem like a smart thing to do. It usually isn’t.

Posted on: December 9, 2020

What Do I Need to Do after the Death of My Spouse?

The death of your spouse is a period of unimaginable grief. Unfortunately, there are many legal and financial obligations that will not wait.

Posted on: November 20, 2020

Can a Power of Attorney Protect My Assets as I Get Older?

Many people focus on only protecting their estate from probate. However, in the big picture, probate is the least of their worries.

Posted on: October 22, 2020

What Do I Need to Do When my Spouse Dies?

The passing of a spouse is a devastating time in a person’s life and one that throws their world into turmoil. While in the midst of grieving, they’re confronted with a multitude of responsibilities requiring their attention — not only the immediate tasks of preparing for memorial services and notifying family and friends, but also beginning to tackle the requisite legal notifications and financial changes.

Posted on: October 2, 2020

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How Do I Keep My Assets from the Nursing Home?

Nursing homes are expensive with an average cost in the United States of $7,698 per month (2020 average). Most people cannot afford this expense, but they are in desperate need of the services provided by nursing homes (long-term care facilities).

Posted on: October 1, 2020

What are Power of Attorney Options?

As part of your estate planning, don’t forget to consider a power of attorney.

Posted on: September 24, 2020

What Must I Decide before Retirement?

There tends to be a lot of excitement in the air as one approaches retirement. Contemplating how to spend one’s golden years represents the culmination of decades of hard work and the ability to enjoy the fruits of one’s labor. While the enthusiasm is warranted, it’s also crucial to make some important financial planning decisions before the fun begins.

Posted on: September 22, 2020

How Do I Find a Great Elder Law Attorney?

Finding and elder law attorney is as easy as googling, “elder law attorney near me.” Anyone can find an elderly law attorney but finding the right one is where things get a tad difficult. If you want your elder law case to be in the right hands, then you might have to do a bit of digging.

Posted on: September 18, 2020

Do I Qualify as an Eligible Designated Beneficiary under the SECURE Act?

What Is an Eligible Designated Beneficiary?

Posted on: August 24, 2020

What Is a Will Codicil?

Writing a will is an important part of creating a financial and estate plan. A will allows you to specify how you want your assets to be distributed among your heirs after you pass away. You can also use a will to name a legal guardian for your minor children. However, what happens if you need to change the terms of your will? That’s where a codicil can help.

Posted on: August 6, 2020