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Digital Estate Planning: Avoid These Obstacles
Without knowing your passwords, personal representatives and family members may not be able to access your data….

Avoid These Inheritance Mistakes
It is a good idea to talk with a financial advisor or an accountant before you spend any of your inheritance….

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….

Creating a Will for Your Blended Family
Trying to be equitable among your heirs can be tricky, and relying on your spouse and children to work things out after you are gone is not a good plan….

The Probate Process Without a Will
A recent survey finds that 59 percent of men and 72 percent of women do not have a will or estate plan….

Make Your Estate Plan Conflict-Free
While you are younger and mentally fit, proactive planning can drastically reduce family conflict and infighting among your heirs….

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. …

Why is an Executor Necessary?
Even though the decedent nominated you to be their executor, you will still need to be appointed to that role by their local probate court….

Government Programs for Seniors
Every year billions of available dollars in US benefits programs are not claimed because older adults (55 or more) are unsure if they are eligible and, if so, how to apply….

The Aspects of Life Care Planning
While some overlap exists between the two, learning and implementing strategies from both law practice types is crucial to prepare for successful aging and preserve a family legacy. …