August 2022
Prepare for Long-Term Care Before the Need: Despite the dollars, fears and emotions – you can manage with planning
Long-term care (LTC) keeps you functioning in the face of devastating illnesses, disabilities and prolonged disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. LTC kicks in when you lose the ability to care for yourself and can no longer do things such as bathe, dress or eat without help. These are three of the six most commonly listed…
Read MoreJump Starting the LTC Conversation This Summer: When we turn 65, there will be a 70% chance of needing some type of LTC
Talking about long-term-care (LTC) can be challenging, and it can be especially difficult to know where to start. How you choose to broach the conversation may depend on your loved one’s personality, age, health status, cognitive function, and religious beliefs. If you don’t know how to break the ice, consider the following strategies to jump-start…
Read MoreTips to Avoid Common Estate Planning Mistakes: With a few simple actions, you can ensure your estate planning is effective
Whether your estate plan is simple or complex, there are many details, which are often overlooked, that can undermine your plan’s effectiveness. Are you aware of these common estate planning mistakes? Titling property jointly with your children as a substitute for a will. Unlike a will, a transfer of an interest in your property is…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Estate Planning Process: A well-structured estate plan can be invaluable to you and your family
It is common for people to put off planning their estates. After all, no one wants to anticipate his or her own death. In addition, many people may believe that only the wealthy require estate planning or that all that is involved is tax planning, which can be done “later.” They may well be wrong…
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