Certain habits may reduce your chances of living a long life. People have varying life expectancies. For example, family history can be a predictor of longevity. After all, it is hard to fool the gene pool. While it may be nearly impossible to choose your ancestors, you can choose your habits. Our lifestyle choices can […]
Secondary beneficiaries may save your estate plan. Having backups in place is a wise move. It is helpful both personally and professionally. Backing up the hard drive on your computer can protect important information or projects from being destroyed. Syncing your phone to the cloud can prevent sentimental photos from being lost forever. According to […]
The presence of hearing loss could predict dementia. Hearing loss is common with age. Some people have more pronounced loss due to genetics or environmental factors. Certain viruses and lifestyle choices can contribute to the speed and intensity of hearing loss. According to a recent MedPage Today article titled “Dementia Tied to Hearing Loss,” recent research […]
Rapper Coolio died without an estate plan. Many celebrities die without preparing for the transfer of their wealth. When this happens, it can leave their estates vulnerable to taxes and even greedy folks wanting to cash in on their wealth. One recent celebrity who died without an estate plan was Artis Leon Ivey, Jr. who […]
Jointly owned property may avoid probate. When more than one person has concurrent ownership of an asset, it is considered jointly owned. Some couples choose to combine all of their assets when married. Others decide to keep all or some assets separate. According to a recent TBR News Media article titled “Everything you need to […]
Some signs for dementia occur years before diagnosis. Dementia is an unpleasant reality for many seniors. The genetics of some predispose them to this condition. Certain lifestyle factors also have been found to correlate with its development. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “3 Dementia Warning Signs That May Appear Years in […]
Leaving a co-op apartment as an inheritance may prove difficult. In Kansas City, there are some rather tony co-ops in an area generally known as the Country Club Plaza. These various co-ops are home to professional athletes, local celebrities, and many retirees. By the way, their view of the Country Club Plaza Lights is something […]
Eating certain foods may improve sleep. Sleeping well is a glorious feeling. It impacts energy levels and overall health. Although the amount of sleep an adult needs may vary from one stage of life to another, adults should have at least seven hours of solid sleep through the night. According to recent Seasons article titled […]
A Chicago man left a large estate to extended family by default. Some people are unassuming millionaires. By looking at them on the street, they are indistinguishable from the average person. Upon their death, others are often surprised to find these individuals amassed significant wealth. According to recent Block Club Chicago article titled “A Chicago […]
A will and an estate plan are not synonymous. People tend to categorize things and ideas. If the category is broader, then several things can have this label. For example, all cats and dogs are animals. Still, not all animals are cats and dogs. Neither is a cat a dog. However, there are some cute […]
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