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. …

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 Accounts The Role of Attorney-in-Fact in Power of Attorney “As you know, a power of attorney (POA) allows another …

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 …

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 …

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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Understanding Guardianship for Incapacitated Individuals “As a result of illness, old age or incapacity, what may happen when you can no longer handle your own …

Don’t Overlook Key Parts of Estate Plan

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Benjamin E. Long: Ensuring Comprehensive Estate Planning Amid Changing Times In an era where unforeseen circumstances like the COVID-19 pandemic have highlighted the criticality of …

How To Plan For Incapacity

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Planning for Incapacity “One in four American adults live with a disability, according to the Center for Disease Control. One in 10 adults over the …