No one likes to think about death. Especially their own. But the fact is, I have this sweet friend that depends on me for care. So, with that in mind, I put together an estate plan to ensure they don’t end up in a shelter if I die unexpectedly. You’ve probably looked...
Do you remember the Terri Schiavo story? This was a right-to-die legal case that stretched on from 1990 to 2005 involving Theresa Marie Schiavo, a 34 year old woman in an irreversible persistent vegetative state Her husband and legal guardian argued that she would not...
We do so many things on our smartphones: we shop, we bank, post pictures, order food, we text to stay connected with friends and family. Now, in some states, you can add “create a will” to that list. Let’s say you find yourself in a life-and-death...
Are you thinking about passing assets on to your next generation? Whether your parents are aging and your own children are reaching adulthood, or you simply realize that you need to focus on wealth-transfer plans, we can help you plan and execute a strategy to shift...
The death of a parent can often bring about rivalries between siblings. Some grudges and perceived wrongdoings from the past can feel as fresh as they did 15 years ago. For example; In one case, 2 of 3 sisters were named co-executors of their mother’s estate that was...
How will your successor, trustee or family members manage all of your online accounts, bills or finances when the time comes? How will they know about bills due or about any money owed? Without specific provisions in place, access to this critical information can be...
