Many websites offer customized, do-it-yourself Wills and other Estate planning documents. Although such products are convenient, using them could create SERIOUS and EXPENSIVE legal problems for heirs. These digital services appear to offer a cost-effective and easy alternative to Continue reading
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Sweet Home Security
Our last elder advice post for elder law month has sadly come. Hope everyone has enjoyed the information & that it is useful to you & your loved ones.
The federal government has expanded access to protections for spouses of reverse mortgage holders who are not named in the loan document, Continue reading
“The Talk” Elder Edition
Talking about Estate Planning is a difficult, emotional topic but it’s essential for every family. Unless you’re certain your parents have an up-to-date will and a wider plan for what should happen in the event of their passing, you shouldn’t assume everything will be taken care of. Continue reading
Living Life Golden
It is Elder Law Month! In honor of elder law month, there will be elder related posts all month long! In today’s post we will be discussing long-term care and what you and family members need to know about it. Long-term care is the care you need if you can’t perform daily activities Continue reading
Alzheimer’s & Dementia – Choosing The Right Facility
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, so throughout the month, we’re talking about Alzheimer’s & Dementia. Did you know there is a difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia? A lot of people use these interchangeably but they are actually not the same thing. This is a very important Continue reading
You Are NOT Too Young To See An Elder Law Attorney!
It’s still Elder Law month, so we are going to talk about another Elder Law related topic. Last week we talked about why you should consider a long-term care insurance policy sooner rather than later, because the earlier you address the need, the easier it is to meet it and pay for Continue reading
Elder Law: Should We Consider A Caregiver Agreement?
It’s still Elder Law month, so we are going to talk about another Elder Law related topic. Last week we talked about elder abuse. Unfortunately, the abusers are oftentimes family members, children, and also people that the vulnerable person generally trusts.
Earlier this week, I asked Continue reading
Elder Law Month: Elder Abuse and Neglect
The month of May is Elder Law month. Throughout this month, we will be discussing various topics that are Elder Law related, meaning issues that typically affect not only the elderly, but also others who are vulnerable and disabled. This week, we are going to focus on Elder abuse. Continue reading
My Estate Plan Is Only A Few Years Old…
Last week, I told you that you should consider having your estate plan modified if you’ve had a life changing event, because failing to do so could completely derail your plans.
Perhaps last week’s message made you fee relieved.
After reading last week’s blog , specifically if you Continue reading
Your close-knit family relationships…not enough
Last week I told you that DIY estate plans are not such a great idea. Since they don’t take your family dynamics into consideration, they may or may not address all of your needs. This week, we’re going to talk about family dynamics… and how sometimes, it is the very cause of you Continue reading