Caring for Your Aging Parents – An Elder Law Attorney’s Top 5 Questions and Answers
When the family home becomes unsafe for one or both of your aging parents, it may be time to consider some sort of alternative arrangement.
What Should I Know About Joint Tenancy?
Joint tenancy is an arrangement that allows beneficiaries to access your account, without having to go to court.
Share Your Estate Plan Now to Protect Your Family When You Are Gone
Estate planning clients, typically those nearing or beyond retirement, often ask what kind of information they should share during their life with the beneficiaries of their estate.
Having “The Living Will Talk” – Resources to Help You
Sometimes, priming yourself and your loved ones can provide a starting point for the end-of-life conversation. Podcasts are a popular way for people to learn new things--why not end-of-life care options?
Luke Perry’s Estate Planning – How Well Did He Do?
Luke Perry’s passing on March 4, 2019 was a sad moment for many, since his iconic role on Beverly Hills 90210 is forever etched in pop culture. However, in the eight months since his passing, it has become clear that unlike most celebrity estates, Luke Perry was financially savvy.
Tips for Choosing a Fiduciary
Being a fiduciary is a time-intensive and intellectually challenging task to put upon an individual.
How Do I Protect My Elderly Parent from Scams and Elder Abuse?
Adult children of seniors need to be alert, because there are some insidious financial scams out there. Here's what they look like, and why they work.
How Blended Families Can Address Finances and Inheritance Issues
When you remarry, you’re not only combining residences with your new spouse, you’re also merging your finances. If you have children, it may involve some financial-related stress.
Should I Use a Bank as My Executor Instead of a Family Member?
What are the advantages, disadvantages and financial implications of appointing the bank as an executor of my will, instead of my child or relative?
Why is Ashton Kutcher So Stingy with his Kids’ Inheritance?
In a recent episode of the Dax Shepard podcast "Armchair Expert," Kutcher said he wasn't creating trust funds for his two children with his wife, Mila Kunis.