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Choosing to Do Your Own Estate Planning Can be Risky
You may think creating your estate plan with do-it-yourself documents will save you cash. However, it can be costly in the end,…
Estate Planning for LGBTQIA+ Communities
To protect your assets, your wishes, and your loved ones, estate planning is vital regardless of your gender identity or sexual orientation….
Estate Planning Basics
You can also express your wishes for what type of medical care you want if you are severely ill or injured and unable to communicate….
Comparing Elder Law and Estate Planning
Even though these two types of law are for different stages in life, they are often handled at the same time. …
Obtaining Guardianship for an Elderly Parent
If your parent did not prepare for this eventuality of requiring legally recognized help, you would not be allowed to create these documents once they are already mentally impaired….
Special Needs Estate Planning for Children and Adults
How do special needs differ from other needs? For those with learning difficulties, behavioral or emotional issues, or physical disabilities, special needs…
A Guide to Guardianships for People with Special Needs – Part 2
In order to understand how guardianship can help an adult with special needs, you must understand the key responsibilities guardians are responsible…
A Guide to Guardianships for People with Special Needs – Part 1
You face a greater challenge to protect and provide for your children if they have special needs that require additional care. Structuring…
When Planning an Estate, Avoid These Six Mistakes
Planning your estate will protect your assets, interests, and loved ones after you pass away. Sadly, many individuals make costly mistakes without…
Advice for Parents of Children With Special Needs on Estate Planning
With today’s medical advances and health care advancements, children with a wide variety of special needs (disabilities) can live more productive lives…