Estate Planning
Common Mistakes with DIY Estate Plans
The internet offers all the information and tools we need at our fingertips to create our own estate plan, right? For most…
American Heart Month: Who Should Be My Medical Agent?
February has been celebrated as American Heart Month since 1963 in an effort to urge Americans to join the fight against heart…
Important Things Your Agent Under a Medical Power of Attorney Needs to Know
Even if you are currently the picture of good health, you may suddenly become too ill to make healthcare decisions for yourself…
Is a Handwritten Will Effective?
After the 2018 passing of the legendary singer Aretha Franklin, her family and lawyer initially thought she had died without a will….
National Adoption Month: Taking Care of Your New Family Member
November is National Adoption Month, which is aimed at raising awareness about adoption and the children who need permanent, loving homes. Thousands…
Estate Planning
Because estate planning is about taking care of yourself and those you love, it doesn’t matter how much money you have. There’s…
Will vs. Trust: Which is Right for You?
When you sit down to create your estate plan, there are likely dozens of questions running through your mind. Who should get…
Funeral Planning: How a Remembrance and Services Memorandum Can Help
No one enjoys thinking about their own funeral, but making those arrangements in advance yourself may be one of the most thoughtful…
Off to College? Young Adults Need Estate Planning, Too
Once a child turns 18, parents lose the legal ability to make decisions for their child or even to find out basic…
Estate Planning Considerations for Benefits Open Enrollment
The fall, generally late-October or early-November, is the time when employers send out summaries of employee benefits offered by the company and…