Act Quickly to Protect an Estate

November 12, 2020

When dealing with the emotional pain of the loss of a loved one, family members also have to address daunting administrative tasks.

Changes are Happening to Social Security in 2021

November 12, 2020

Here’s a closer look at the seven biggest changes to Social Security in 2021

Estate Planning Doesn’t Stop When You Retire

November 5, 2020

Building enough wealth to sustain yourself in retirement is a monumental achievement. However, financial planning doesn’t end when you no longer rely on a paycheck.

How Much Power Does an Executor Have?

November 3, 2020

There are continuing misconceptions regarding what powers are held by a personal representative and when he can exercise them.

Estate Planning for a Second Marriage

October 29, 2020

Second (or third or fourth) marriages often require careful balancing between the needs of the surviving spouse and the needs of the children from a previous marriage.

Can I Afford In-Home Elderly Care?

October 27, 2020

Amid headlines of COVID-19 infiltrating nursing homes and large senior care facilities, it’s understandable that many Americans would prefer to avoid assisted living environments as they grow older. However, the trend to age in place predates the pandemic. Remaining at home was the first choice for 76% of Americans age 50 and older, according to a 2018 AARP survey.

Can an Inheritance Lead to Trouble for Marriages?

October 22, 2020

Most states recognize inheritances as separate property, and many experts say keeping them separate is often the best approach.

Little Things Add Years to Your Life

October 20, 2020

Don’t waste your time regretting the years you spent without sufficient activity — getting moving at any age will prolong your life.

Keeping Seniors Safe in Coronavirus Pandemic

October 9, 2020

Forty-one percent of participants in a new survey said they don’t trust assisted living communities and nursing homes to keep older adults safe amid the coronavirus pandemic.

What Does Tenancy by the Entirety Mean?

October 9, 2020

Tenancy by the entirety, commonly abbreviated as TBE, is an ownership structure for real estate that’s used when the owners are a married couple. Under a TBE arrangement, each spouse owns an equal interest in the property, and the property will transfer seamlessly to the surviving spouse, in the event of one spouse’s death.

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