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Legal Decision-Making for Seniors with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
Estate Planning

How Retirement Plans Are Handled in an Estate Plan

Many an estate plan has gone awry due to a misunderstanding of how retirement plan benefits work or a failure to consider retirement plan beneficiary ...
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Why are Inheritance Conversations Necessary?
Estate Planning

Why are Inheritance Conversations Necessary?

Death and money aren’t fun subjects to bring up over dinner. However, families who make time for that awkward chat now can spare deep regrets ...
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What If a Beneficiary Dies Before Receiving an Inheritance?
Estate Planning

Supporting a Child with Special Needs

Families that include individuals with special needs require planning to secure their loved ones’ security in the future, both in legal and financial terms. There’s ...
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Financial Blunders Grandparents Should Avoid with Grandchildren
Estate Planning

How Much Money Can Be Gifted Tax-Free?

If you’re planning to give your children a financial head start, or support a charitable cause that you’re passionate about, you will need to keep ...
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How Does a No-Contest Clause Protect Your Will?
Estate Planning

What are the Disadvantages of Dying without a Will?

People who die without a will can leave a thicket of probate problems for loved ones.
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Do I Need a Will or a Trust?
Estate Planning

How to Create a Digital Estate Plan

From cherished memories stored in digital photo albums to valuable assets held in online accounts, our digital footprint has become a significant component of our ...
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What Happens When Executors Keep Beneficiaries in the Dark?
Estate Planning

What Your Estate Planning Attorney Wishes You Knew About Trusts

Understanding trusts and their tax nuances can empower you to make informed decisions regarding the type of trust you choose for your estate planning purposes.
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Pitfalls of Joint Ownership
Estate Planning

Why are Retirees Selling Their Forever Homes?

From closing costs to family proximity, here are the things to consider before selling your home to pad your retirement account.
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Planning for Spousal Support When a Partner Enters a Nursing Home
Elder Law

Asset Protection Strategies for Medicaid Eligibility

Learn how to protect assets and become eligible for Medicaid with practical strategies, while avoiding questionable methods.
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Estate Planning for Gen Xers and Aging Parents
Elder Law

Estate Planning for Gen Xers and Aging Parents

Many Generation Xers are in a unique position, “sandwiched” between raising their children and caring for aging parents. A proactive estate plan can help alleviate ...
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