When wills are drafted, they will address who receives your assets and properties after your death only if they are properly filled out. Your will names a personal representative (executor) who will carry out your directives. In addition to asset distribution,…
Estate planning is regarded as essential by most older adults. Despite this, nearly half of Americans age 55 or older do not have a will or designated powers of attorney, while fewer still have living wills or advance directives. Providing…
Sadly, elder abuse events are significantly underreported. The National Council on Aging reports that estimates range as high as five million older adults experience abuse every year or about one in ten. A study by The National Institutes of Health…
When it comes to estate planning, older Americans are typically more prepared than their younger counterparts. However, according to survey data,19 percent of people over the age 72 and 42 percent of those between 53 and 71, have an established…