Estate Planning
Changes Needed for LTC Insurance to Play Bigger Role
Without major structural changes, long-term care insurance will never play more than a small role in financing long-term care, according to a ne...
Read moreBeyond the Grave
Passing on money to the next generation is not as straightforward as it might seem. A father-and-son legal team has written a how-to guide to identifying and resolving the many inheritance problems that can arise.
Read moreIs My Will Still Valid If I Move to Another State?
Among all the changes you must make when you move to a new state -- driver's license, voter registration -- don't forget your will.
Read moreWhat Is Required of an Executor?
Being the executor of an estate is not a task to take lightly. An executor is the person responsible for managing the administration of a deceased individual's estate.
Read moreSteps to Take in Advance of Death or Disability
No one wants to face the fact that our loved ones will not be with us forever and facing our own mortality is frightening as well, but it is important to be prepared. ...
Read moreA Brief Overview of a Trustee's Duties
If you have been appointed the trustee of a trust, this is a strong vote of confidence in your judgment and trusthworthiness. It is also a major responsibility. ...
Read moreConsider Putting Gifts to Grandchildren in a Trust
Gifting assets to your grandchildren isn't just a nice thing to do; it can reduce the size of your estate and the ta...
Read moreAlive and Kicking: Legal Advice for Boomers
Two elder law attorneys have written a lively and entertaining book full of advice to baby boomers on how to put their own affairs in order as well as help their parents as they age.
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