It was suggested by the resort agent that when mom and dad purchased a timeshare at a vacation resort, they sign a deed transferring the ownership to their children so that when the parents passed, the children would be able…
Kevin's eyes were filled with tears as he stood at the door of Winnie's nursing home room. The medical staff just finished inserting a feeding tube into Winnie – an act Kevin knew she didn’t want. Unfortunately, Winnie couldn’t express…
Let's say you have a completed estate plan. It will be taking care of your home, savings, and investments, making sure that your family will get those valuable estate items fairly and efficiently. Having a good estate plan will ensure…
In light of his dementia, Jack Hanna, wildlife expert, author, and TV producer is known for starring in shows like Animal Adventures, Voices for Wildlife, and Into the Wild, is retiring from work and public life. Known as "Jungle" Jack,…
Having a conversation about estate planning with our parents can be difficult for many of us. Despite the challenging nature of this subject, it is one of the most important conversations we can have with our parents. Having a thorough…
You should incorporate Power of Attorney (POA) documents into your estate planning process. All states recognize powers of attorney, but rules and requirements will differ from state to state. The document gives one or more individuals the legal authority to…
While grieving after the loss of a spouse or longtime partner, it can be difficult to look beyond just your own grief. However, it is crucial to understand there are important and timely decisions you need to make regarding your…
Many years may have gone into building and protecting your legacy for future generations. But have you thought about the impact it will have on family members who are in different stages of life after you are gone? It’s crucial…
There are some common landlord and tenant disputes, and many factors that can lead to conflict. The most significant contributor is usually poor communication which leads to mismanaged expectations. Disagreements on terms or interpretation of the lease or proper maintenance…
Creditor Notification In a will, the personal representative (executor) is responsible for entering a public record of the death date of the testator, usually in the local newspaper. In part, this information serves as notice to creditors if the decedent…