Choose Wisely and Protect Yourself When Naming a Power of Attorney

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Tips for Selecting and Appointing a Power of Attorney“Children may have moved away or lost touch. Old contacts may have died or become disabled. You …

Britney Spears’ Conservatorship Battle Continues

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“The legal controversy surrounding Britney Spears is no secret. Her father has controlled her career and finances since 2008, a position she’s been fighting against …

How Do I Talk to the Children About My Estate Planning?

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Initiating the Conversation About Estate Planning with Your Children The Importance of Addressing Wealth Transfer “Many baby boomers may hesitate to discuss money with their …

How Do You Handle Probate?

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Understanding the Probate Process “Although there is considerable legal information and misinformation, it is generally understood that a last will and testament is the device …

Do You Need Power of Attorney if You Have a Joint Account?

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Understanding Power of Attorney and Joint AccountsThe Role of Attorney-in-Fact in Power of Attorney“As you know, a power of attorney (POA) allows another person, the …

Why Do You Need a Health Care Directive?

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What is a Health Care Directive?“A health care directive is a legal document that lets you express your health care preferences and, if you wish, …

What Are Typical Estate Planning Documents?

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Essential Estate Planning Documents Overview“If you want loved ones to remember you fondly, tackle your estate planning tasks. Your heirs will thank you for not …

Should You Add Someone to Your Bank Account?

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“I know of someone who was joint account holder with his dad for many years, then later his dad then appointed him as power of …

How Does Guardianship Work?

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“As a result of illness, old age or incapacity, what may happen when you can no longer handle your own decision-making, handle your own money …

Don’t Overlook Key Parts of Estate Plan

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“During the past four months, more than 141,000 Americans have died of COVID-19. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the pandemic has prompted some people to get …