Prepare Now for your Future Medical Care Advance Directive
When we are young, our long-term health is one of the furthest things from our minds. We think we’ll have plenty of time to make potentially uncomfortable decisions as we…
VA Pension Rates for 2023
Veterans who served our great nation deserve the benefits promised by our government – but it is not always easy to obtain these funds due to bureaucratic red tape. That…
Long-term Care and Medicaid planning
Long-term care and Medicaid planning is not something we necessarily want to think about; however, it is important not to stick our heads in the sand. Unfortunately, many people do…
It Looks Great on Paper, But Does It Work?
Addiction and Trusts
Setting up a trust that's fair and manageable takes a holistic approach that combines your understanding of the law as well as a compassionate understanding of the motivations driving a…
All About Annuities
Handcrafted Annuities That Will Meet Each Client’s Needs
Annuities, like dogs, come in a multitude of breeds. Both pit bulls and poodles can be loyal and trusted companions — if matched with the right person. Finding the right…
Home Ownership Options for Seniors
For most seniors, the family home is their most important asset and selecting the best ownership option is of critical importance. A senior may ask these questions. “Should I give…
Advance Directives – End of Life Decisions
Of life’s two great certainties, death and taxes, the first is certainly more certain. Some people can avoid taxes by careful planning, others by poverty or evasion. But no one…
Wills and Trusts
Most adults do not have an estate plan even though they know they should. We know it is a topic that is unpleasant to ponder, but it is something that,…
Talking to Loved Ones During the Holidays About Elder Law Needs
If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that our lives can change in an instant – and in so many unforeseen ways. With the end of 2020 upon us,…
10 Tips to Keep in Mind While Helping Aging Parents
August 2014 1. Getting old is financially scary No matter how much money one may have, thinking about covering the expenses associated with aging or dealing with the unknown can…