Divorcing when in retirement can be quite messy. Divorce is complicated at any stage of life. Young families have to navigate co-parenting and support. Often for the sake of the children, people choose to divorce later in life. When people are divorcing in their 60s or 70s, this is often referred to as “gray” or […]
A conservatorship is not always controversial like with Britney Spears. Conservatorships have been in the news recently as celebrities like Britney Spears or Amanda Bynes battle their parents for control over their lives and finances. If people were to base their knowledge of conservatorships from only these articles, they would conclude that conservatorships serve no […]
Understanding the development of dementia and Alzheimer’s may help with treatment. Dementia and Alzheimer’s are not uncommon. Researchers have been working for years to better understand the origins and progression of these brain diseases. Studies have addressed the illnesses from a variety of lenses, including diet and exercise. According to a recent UC Davis Health […]
Certain documents are ineffective if they are not notarized. Many people do not know what a notary is until they require one. Getting a signature and stamp on a piece of paper may seem unimportant. It may be tempting to ignore this step for legal documentation. According to a recent WTOP article entitled “What Is a Notarized […]
A comprehensive estate plan does not simply appear out of thin air. Young people often do not consider their own mortality. It is common to believe the next day will be much like the one before it. Since early 2020, the uncertainty of life has become more pronounced for many Americans. As a result, the […]
A do-not-resuscitate order, or DNR, can have unintended consequences. Imagine this horrifying scene. You are suffering the effects of an accident, illness, or complications of a routine medical procedure. The only way to give you a chance at recovery is to perform CPR. According to a recent The Petoskey News-Review article titled “Do-not-resuscitate orders apply […]
Certain events should trigger an estate plan checkup. Nothing in your life happens in a vacuum. Your personal and work decisions impact each other. The decisions of others also can affect you and your loved ones. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “2021 Estate Planning Checkup: Is Your Estate Plan Up to Date?,” what […]
A buy-sell agreement can protect a small business. Business owners have a lot to think about. Their daily concerns include customers, employees, and finances. In fact, they are the last one's to get paid each month (if then). With the constant demands on their attention, business owners can forget to consider what will happen when […]
There are key elements common to estate planning success. Preparing an estate plan is no small task. It requires action, knowledge, and attention to detail. When people underestimate the important of estate planning, they can cause problems for themselves and their loved ones. According to a recent Bankrate article titled “Estate planning checklist: 3 key […]
Moving to a new state requires updating several legal documents. The process of moving is never simple. It involves packing and unpacking, purchasing or renting a new residence, and saying goodbyes. Moving is further complicated when you move to a new state. According to a recent J.P. Morgan article titled “Changing your state of residence,” […]
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