Some of your heirs, whether minor or adult, may not agree on family matters, especially when it comes to inheriting your estate. It is not uncommon for relationships to change and intensify when a person dies. This is because underlying…
Among older adults, estate planning is considered very significant. The majority of Americans over 55 do not have a will, and fewer still have a living will or a health care directive. Providing the end-of-life wishes you desire is easier…
There's a saying that says it's best to avoid probate court. But just because people may have heard that term, doesn’t mean they know exactly what probate means, why it can be a problem, or how to successfully avoid it.…
Trusts are created when a person or firm manages property or assets for the benefit of another person. The person or entity who manages the trust is known as the “trustee” and is entrusted with the responsibility of making decisions…
Citizenship means the right to vote - yet you could lose that right if you become a ward of a guardianship. Having a strong power of attorney is essential to avoid that drastic, but a little-known, consequence. A power of…
The Covid-19 epidemic presents a poignant dilemma: if you or someone you love falls into a life-threatening illness, would you be willing to go to extreme lengths to prolong your life? For us who are particularly vulnerable – seniors, those…
As a result of his dementia, wildlife expert, author, guest TV personality, and TV producer Jack Hanna is retiring from work and public life. He has starred in Animal Adventures, Voices for Wildlife, and Into the Wild among numerous other…
Famous talk-show host Larry King was married to seven women and fathered five children. He died at age 87 on January 23, 2021, after contracting Covid and then succumbing to an infection. Immediately after his death, his estate went straight…
The future is a big unknown for everyone. Significant uncertainty abounds as to the outcomes of US tax legislation proposals. Estate and gift tax exemptions may get cut in half or not, and whatever happens will likely affect all deaths…
If you want to become a self-made millionaire and you are a millennial or younger, there is a path you can follow to make this a reality. It does not require a unique set of skills, specialized knowledge, or even…