Yes, it might seem crazy to start thinking about a possible future when you're infirmed and need long-term health care if you're only in your 50s. You're young, or relatively young, and healthy. But that's the point: You...
In this country, there is a growing problem regarding a lack of supportive resources for family caregivers. There are government programs, charities and nonprofit organizations that might be able to help intermittently, but what caregivers often need most is sound advice, regular respite and an extra set of hands.
It seems like many people devote more time to planning a vacation, what car to buy or even where to eat dinner than they do deciding who will inherit their assets after they're gone. Sure, estate planning isn’t as fun to think about as booking a trip or checking out restaurant reviews....
Upon the death of a family member or friend, there are many details to see to in a short time. The emotions surrounding the loss make level-headed decisions difficult, and, once the funeral is over, there are many financial and legal tasks that must be dealt with. A letter of instruction can...
Q: My mother named her financial adviser and his children as beneficiaries in her will. Is it legal for her attorney to allow this?
A: It is legal, but it raises red flags. In the United States, you can do whatever you want with your money: give it to...
The COVID-19 pandemic has many people finally taking action to fill out advance health care directives, wills and powers of attorney. Here are some tips to help you along the way.
By Sam Nuxoll,
It has arrived: the unexpected, potentially life-threatening circumstance you had in mind when...
A revocable trust and an irrevocable trust serve totally different needs. By Ilyce Glink and Samuel J. Tamkin
Q: I am divorced and have two grown daughters. I am placing my house in a trust. My attorney is recommending an irrevocable trust. Which do you prefer, revocable or irrevocable and why?
By: Caring.Com, Contributor
Let’s face it—end-of-life planning isn’t fun. The topic can seem morose, depressing -- maybe even a little scary. But it’s also a critical aspect of managing your assets and protecting your family, which is why it’s surprising that nearly 6 out of...
By: Megan Gorman
Across the country, Americans are reeling from the impact of the Covid-19 crisis. But as volatility impacts all areas of our daily life, many wealthy Americans are looking at their estate planning to see if there are any unique opportunities.
While this may seem...
Many people devote more time to planning a vacation than they do planning their estate. Without estate planning you are only making things harder for those that you love.
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