The probate process is the method judicial officials use to process a decedent's will. Despite the fact that state probate laws differ, the general process remains pretty consistent throughout the country. Probate is the process of proving wills for decedents’.…
If you believed Medicaid planning meant adhering to strict asset and income limits to obtain long-term care coverage, think again. Furthermore, you will have to be able to prove that you need the level of care typically provided in a…
Grieving the death of a spouse is an emotionally, spiritually, and financially difficult experience. One spouse often handles family taxes and estate planning, and the widow(er) may have a complex financial situation that leaves her with more questions than answers.…
Blended families can struggle with inheritance issues and inequitable distribution of assets, and it can cause lengthy and expensive court battles on both a dollar and family unity scale. The fact that you cannot legislate from the grave does not…
People struggling to care for aging parents and children simultaneously are part of the sandwich generation. Even though the phrase refers to generations, it has nothing to do with people born at a particular time. In most cases, these "sandwich"…
When it comes to digital assets, traditional estate planning elements are mostly obsolete. In the form of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and non-currency blockchain tokens, crypto assets may comprise a significant individual wealth. Your estate plan must address the complex challenges…
Having the right professional team to create your estate plan can provide you with the best advice and legal documentation to protect your legacy for future generations. Along with an estate planning attorney, who specializes in elder law, you may…
Entrepreneurs share common characteristics: motivation, creativity, persuasiveness, risk tolerance, versatility, vision, innovation, communication, and collaboration, flexibility, and decisiveness. Entrepreneurs take most of the risks associated with creating new businesses and reap most of the rewards if they are successful. Often,…
Geriatric care managers address a senior's unique health care needs rather than simply responding to their age. Aging is a complex, highly individual process, and the services of a geriatric care manager (GCM) may be appropriate at any age, no…
Providing care for an aging parent involves unique circumstances, but one truism stands out: preparation is the key to success. Whether you require basic information about elder care resources and services, are seeking a local service provider, or are concerned…