Articles — page 10
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Reasons to Establish a Family Trust
We wanted to share a blog post from a friend of ours. Thomas Glascock is an estate planning attorney out of New York. We work together in the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys to help each other create… Read “Reasons to Establish a Family Trust”
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Estate Planning is a Gift for The People You Love
Yes, estate planning is an effective way to protect you and your assets from the uncertainties of the future. But—perhaps more importantly—estate planning also protects the people you love in countless ways. Estate… Read “Estate Planning is a Gift for The People You Love”
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Estate Planning for a Loved One with Substance Abuse Issues
An estimated two million people in the United States are struggling with a substance abuse disorder related to prescription opioid pain medications, and 591,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder, according to the… Read “Estate Planning for a Loved One with Substance Abuse Issues”
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Unmarried and No Children? You Still Need an Estate Plan
If you are unmarried and have no children, you are probably not financially responsible for anyone else. Does this mean you are exempt from having an estate plan? The answer is a resounding no. You still need to have a… Read “Unmarried and No Children? You Still Need an Estate Plan”
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Special Needs Trust – Important Info You Need to Know
If you are a caretaker for a loved one with special needs, you may be concerned about what will happen to them if you were to suddenly become incapacitated or pass on. This concern is perfectly understandable. You want… Read “Special Needs Trust – Important Info You Need to Know”
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What is Estate Planning
Estate planning is, at its simplest form making decisions in advance on whom to leave your property and assets to at your death. The simple definition is not what estate planning really is, nor what we want it to be… Read “What is Estate Planning”
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How to Know When You Need a Trust
This is a common question we hear. Read on for information to help figure out whether you need a trust and, if so, what kind fits your specific situation. For example, maybe you have a disabled child and you want a… Read “How to Know When You Need a Trust”
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DID THE SECURE ACT RUIN YOUR ESTATE PLAN?
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enrichment Act of 2019 or the SECURE Act, was set into law on January 1, 2020. The Act changed many of the long-standing rules about Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)… Read “DID THE SECURE ACT RUIN YOUR ESTATE PLAN?”
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Choose the Right Nursing Homes in 4 Easy Steps
Choosing a nursing home for a loved one is an important decision and should be carefully considered. It is important for families to take the time to explore nursing home options and to carefully assess the nursing home… Read “Choose the Right Nursing Homes in 4 Easy Steps”
- Six Essential Tips for Effectively Planning Your Estate “Live not as though there were a thousand years ahead of you. Fate is at your elbow; make yourself good while life and power are still yours.” ~ Marcus Aurelius Drafting a Last Will and Testament, in addition to… Read “Six Essential Tips for Effectively Planning Your Estate”