Elder Care

Many people like the idea of leaving bequests to favorite charities in their wills. But instead of leaving money to a charity in your will, you can put that money into a charitable remainder [...]

Many people, especially seniors, see joint ownership as an easy way to avoid probate and plan for incapacity, but there are major drawbacks to joint accounts. When people own property as joint [...]

When it comes to retirement planning, many Americans find themselves underprepared. A majority of baby boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) and Generation X’ers (born between 1965 and 1978) often [...]

Living wills are among the least understood of all estate planning documents that I encounter in my law practice. The misunderstanding extends to even health care professionals who see the [...]

Often, in an attempt to save money, people will try to “DIY” (Do-It-Yourself) projects instead of hiring a professional who is trained to handle the specific task; estate planning is [...]

When you think about your future, what comes to mind? You probably think about places you’d like to visit, friends and family you want to see, and goals you’d like to accomplish. You probably [...]

When you begin thinking about estate planning and which assets to leave to certain family members or friends, the china, photo albums, or expensive jewelry may come to mind. But what about your [...]

Being appointed guardian of a loved one is a serious responsibility. As guardian, you are in charge of your loved one’s well-being and you have a duty to act in his or her best interest. If [...]

Asset protection planning is about protecting your assets from creditors — and it is not just for the super-wealthy. Anyone can get sued. Lawsuits can stem from car crashes, credit card [...]

Everyone has heard the terms “will” and “trust,” but not everyone knows the differences between the two. Both are useful estate planning devices that serve different [...]