Your personal property and financial accounts will pass to the people that you love after you die. Your estate plan lets you control who receives what from your estate. In theory, you could earmark certain assets for specific people. Unfortunately, many people become...
Estate Planning
Why do people create a separate, durable power of attorney?
To some people, estate planning just means creating a last will. To many others, the process involves multiple steps, including setting up a living will. Your living will is a collection of documents you make now that will protect you in the event of some kind of...
5 tips: Talking to your aging parents about estate planning
It is a conversation no one is comfortable having – discussing end-of-life decisions with your aging parents. Unfortunately, while it is uncomfortable, it is also necessary. Dying without a will or becoming ill without estate planning documents in place can lead to...
How can you afford to care for your parents?
Looking after your parents as they get older can take a lot – a lot of time, effort and especially money. Getting them the care they deserve is no small task, but planning for the prices now may ease the load later. Care can be nearly unaffordable without help. An...
3 steps to avoiding a family fight over your will
The last thing you want to happen after you pass away is for your children and other relatives to fight over your will. You want your estate plan to bestow your legacy upon your loved ones, not cause a lawsuit or bitter feelings between family members. Still, once you...