You are growing older each day. As much of an unwanted reminder that may be, it too comes with the joys and woes you have experienced all throughout your existence.  We all reach an age where we find ourselves inundated by the inevitable. Perhaps this has happened to you when the doctor provided som...

A will is your ironclad way to disperse your assets to loved ones as you wish. Here are a few of the top reasons you may need to update this important document.  Change in Marital Status If you get married after a will is already in place, it’s important to update your beneficiaries to include [&hel...

Organizing your estate can be overwhelming without the help of an expert. With the assistance of an estate planning attorney, you can discuss your vision for your assets before death. Don’t risk creating a plan that doesn’t specify your decisions to the exact details. When searching for a specialize...

Don’t procrastinate when creating an advance care plan. Age isn’t the only factor that should be considered. A medical crisis that leaves you too ill to make your own decisions could strike at any time.  Emergency Treatment Without a solid health care directive in place, family members may be tasked...

The estate you leave to your loved ones consists of real estate, personal property such as vehicles, and any other assets you might have.  Unless you leave specific instructions on how you wish your estate to be distributed when you die, the state will decide who inherits your possessions.  It&#8217...

A life insurance policy means more than leaving something behind for your loved ones; it should also cover funeral expenses and fund your financial responsibilities. Determine the amount you owe and adjust your plan with an insurance agent. Your family members will be dealing with grief at the time ...