Hurt Feelings, Family Battles and A Royal Mess
Have you filled out a will stating exactly how you’d like your possessions and wealth divvied up, should you die? If not, you might be leaving behind a mess for your loved ones.
Did Luke Perry Plan His Estate?
When Luke Perry, whose full name was Coy Luther Perry III, died on March 4, 2019, he was surrounded by family and loved ones. Tragically, the actor—who rose to fame playing a teenage heart-throb on Beverly Hills 90210—died from a condition that almost everyone thinks of as one that only strikes "old" people. Fortunately, Perry's foresight to do the proper estate planning, meant that the tragedy was not made worse for his family.
Smart Women Protect Themselves with Estate Planning
Since women live approximately 4.9 more years than men, it is critical for both single and married women, regardless of age, to take estate planning seriously.
Are You Retiring in 2019? Here’s What You Need to Know
After putting in several decades of hard work so you could retire comfortably, it’s finally time to pull the plug. As you begin to set your retirement dreams in motion, hold on. It’s not quite time to unwind just yet.
Personality Changes in Seniors
There are times, however, when emotional disturbances can indicate a more serious problem, like an undiagnosed medical problem, a medication reaction or the early stages of dementia.
Estate Planning for Parents with Young Children
What would happen with your kids, should something happen to you? It’s a question that most parents don’t like to think about.
Health Crisis Strikes, Do you have a plan?
We were too young, we would have plenty of time when we are older, when life was slower, right? Or so we thought. I made a guess about my husband's health care desires and into surgery he went.
Why Should I Create a Trust If I’m Not Rich?
The perception is that trusts are for the very wealthy and that they cost a ton of money to set up. The reality is a trust can be a fantastic tool for the average person or couple, because it simplifies things in the event of your death.
Does Your Estate Plan Include Furry or Feathered Family Members?
Do you have a friend or family member who is that pet owner? Expensive toys. Over the top sweaters. A Facebook or Instagram account filled solely with pet pictures. Maybe you are that pet owner, if you are reading this article.
How to Combat Elder Financial Abuse
Regulators are stepping up efforts to protect seniors. However, you still need to create your own safety net.