Wills and trusts have specific and quite different benefits for estate planning purposes. Each state has specific laws and regulations governing these
Why a Living Will is Important
A living will lays out your preferences for life-sustaining medical treatment. It is often accompanied by a health-care proxy or power of attorney,
Things You Should Know About Estate Planning and Personal Property
Suppose that your estate plan is all set. It will be taking care of your home, savings, and investments, making sure that your family will get those
When You and Your loved One Need Caregiving
Family systems have a natural habit of stepping in to provide health care to their aging relatives. The love and care many adult children receive
Use a Personal Property Memorandum With Your Estate Plan
Family members often end up arguing over mom or dad’s favorite items when that parent dies. Arguments can take place over things like a coffee mug, a
Writing a Letter of Instruction for Your Estate Plan
Whether you are starting from scratch or have an estate plan in place a letter of instruction (LOI) is an important part of any comprehensive plan. A
Nursing Homes and COVID-19 Deaths in 2020
According to a report in the Minnesota Star Tribune, they account for more than 40 percent or approximately 45,500 of the US 115,000 COVID-19 deaths,
Baby boomers in 2020
According to the US Census Bureau (Bureau of Census), their numbers are estimated to be 73 million strong in 2020. The baby boom generation is
Tips to Utilize When Purchasing Special Needs Housing
Before beginning the search for special needs housing there are some tips to consider. The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)