The death of a parent or a person with an estate often requires the paying off of debts. This task can fall to the surviving children, to a spouse...
Estate Planning
Basic elements of an estate plan
You have probably been responsible and developed a financial plan, including a plan to pay for your retirement. However, have you taken the time to...
How can you reduce family disputes about your estate?
Your estate plan lets you name a personal representative who will oversee your estate after your death and allows you to define how you want to...
How long does probate take?
If you live outside of the Sunshine State, you may have little idea about what to do with a deceased loved one's estate. Still, becoming familiar...
Can you qualify for public benefits after winning a lawsuit?
If you have suffered a catastrophic injury because of someone else's negligence, you may have little choice but to file a personal injury lawsuit....
Can a person with dementia make a will?
Dementia is a progressive condition that severely impacts an individual’s cognitive abilities. Because of how quickly the mind can degenerate,...
Is your organ donation registration enough?
Choosing to donate your organs and tissues is one of the more generous things you can do during your lifetime. If you feel strongly about organ and...
Loneliness can cause a couple of estate planning problems
Social isolation is becoming an increasingly common problem for older Americans. In fact, according to AARP, more than 30% of those over the age of...
Do not forget to change your estate plan after a divorce
To live a comfortable life with few worries, you must plan your estate. When you avoid estate planning, you could put your assets at risk. If it...
When should you start thinking about estate planning?
Estate planning can be an intimidating topic for many. This can be especially true if you have never thought about it before. The reality is,...