It is possible that as our loved one’s age, they will no longer be able to care for themselves. Some may move into nursing homes or assisted living facilities, while others will reside with family, friends, and neighbors, or rely…
A common misconception among young adults, even those in their 30s and 40s, is that estate planning is not for them. Young adults in their twenties and thirties often think they don’t own enough to constitute an estate. However, an…
Many elderly Americans use multiple prescription medications concurrently, known as polypharmacy. The more medications a person takes, the higher the risk of dangerous drug-drug interactions and increased possibility of inappropriate prescribing, adverse drug reactions, hospitalization, and even death. Patients who…
When someone chooses you as the executor of their estate, they trust you to handle their assets and affairs after their death. Even though the decedent nominated you to be their executor, you will still need to be appointed to…
By assembling the right team for your estate plan, you can ensure that your legacy is protected for your heirs. Aside from Florida estate planning lawyers, who often specializes in elder law, you may need the services of a certified…
When a spouse dies, it is an emotionally, spiritually, and financially challenging time in a person’s life. It is common for one spouse to handle family tax and estate plans, and a widow(er) may be looking at a complex financial…
If you are just starting to consider your estate planning options or are in the middle of the process, you probably have questions about how to distribute your assets and who should handle it. A trust can be a great…
When a couple divorces, there is usually a great deal of stress on the emotional and financial fronts (particularly if there are children involved). Rarely is the division of assets an amicable process. While your estate plan may be the…
It is common to notice that the owners of podiatry practices and shoe repair companies are typically ages 55 and up. You are witnessing what the statistics show. Older workers dominate some professions. In addition, more Americans are working more…
The Basics of Living Wills If you are unable to communicate for yourself at the moment, a living will lets doctors know what kind of treatment you would like. It is one type of plan or advance directive you can…
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