Why creating an estate plan early in the New Year will make for a worry-free year
The beginning of a new year is rich with possibility. It’s a chance to start fresh, set new goals, and (hopefully) stick to resolutions. Estate planning, while not always fun to think about, is necessary, …
If your parents’ financial affairs aren’t in order, here’s what you need to do to get them on track
There’s only one thing more uncomfortable than having a sit-down conversation with your parents about their financial matters, and that’s discussing how their financial matters will be handled when they pass away. …
Who Needs Estate Planning?
“Estate planning” is an umbrella term that covers multiple legal arrangements, whether you’re managing your assets, your property or how your affairs should be handled after your death. In practice, estate planning can include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, tax planning, business planning, pet custody, charitable giving …
Making Estate Planning Part of Your Wedding Planning
As you prepare to sign on the dotted line promising “til death do us part” to another human being, you might want to consider making a plan in the case that this unfortunate event (the “death” part) actually happens. We understand. Planning for …
Addressing the Sensitive Topic of Death
People are living longer today than ever before, yet while they’re alive they’re inflicted with more disease. Modern medicine has enabled people to live longer lives even with terminal illness. However, the last years of life are not always enjoyable, and often involve surgery, chemotherapy, …