A testamentary's personal representative (executor) is responsible for posting a public record of the decedent's death in a local newspaper. In part, this information serves as notice to creditors if the decedent has an outstanding debt with them. The personal…
In order to live a successful, healthy age, we need to form connections with the people around us. The opportunities for people to laugh, move, and learn together are foundational to aging success. Enter the coronavirus pandemic to change all…
A comprehensive estate plan is the foundation for a successful transfer of wealth to your loved ones. However, many of us often overlook the crucial part of communicating our estate plan to family and heirs. Even with a thorough and…
"I had a terrible sleep last night," we hear from family and friends more often than we realize. Or perhaps "I kept waking up with my mind racing and couldn't fall back to sleep." Sleep patterns tend to change, and…
In the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, advocating for your loved one in a nursing home has become more demanding and complicated. Both residents and staff in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are disproportionately affected by COVID-19 outbreaks.…
There is a question we hear all the time: “Can’t I just get a will off the internet, do a transfer-on-death deed for my land, and put my kids on my bank account?” It’s just not a good idea. For…
In addition to becoming infected with COVID-19, the Coronavirus pandemic poses other risks for Americans. If you are close to retirement age and recently lost your job, there is a good chance you may not find work again. The Great…
Having an estate plan is an essential part of life for all ages, but the need grows stronger as you age. Many people avoid estate planning because they do not want to think about the end of life, failing health,…
In the past, it was common for extended family to live close to one another, providing support and care for family members. Now many families live far out of reach from the daily lives of their elderly parents save for…
The future is a big unknown for everyone. Significant uncertainty abounds as to the outcomes of US tax legislation proposals. Estate and gift tax exemptions may get cut in half or not, and whatever happens will likely affect all deaths…