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Downsizing During Retirement

Downsizing During Retirement

12/08/2022
Adapting to life on a retirement income can take some getting used to, especially if you have not taken the time to prepare. For some, living off of retirement income may mean having to make significant changes to spending habits. ... Read More
Settlor’s Rights And Your Revocable Living Trust

Settlor’s Rights and Your Revocable Living Trust

12/08/2022
A revocable living trust can be a powerful estate planning tool and an effective means to keep valuable assets out of probate. Before setting up your trust, it’s important to know your rights as the trust creator or settlor. Here ... Read More
Why Wills And Estates Can Bring Out The Worst In Families

Why Wills and Estates Can Bring Out the Worst in Families

12/08/2022
When people think of contentious legal battles, they may imagine drawn-out child custody or divorce cases. While family law disputes can undoubtedly get heated, probate matters can also result in intense conflict between family members. In some unfortunate cases, the ... Read More
What We Can Learn About Estate Planning From John Singleton

What We Can Learn About Estate Planning from John Singleton

12/07/2022
In 1991, 24-year-old director John Singleton made a name for himself with the debut of his movie Boyz n the Hood.  The film’s success launched his career and led to his nomination for an Academy Award for Best Director. The filmmaker ... Read More
How Do I Plan To Remain In My Home As A Senior

Lonely senior citizens may fall victim to online romance fraud

12/07/2022
California seniors stand a greater chance of succumbing to online romance fraud, not because of their age, but because of loneliness. According to information from the Pew Research Center, 14% of senior citizens spend all of their time by themselves. ... Read More
How Do I Plan To Remain In My Home As A Senior

How do I Plan to Remain in My Home as a Senior?

12/07/2022
When many people retire, they plan to live in their homes for the rest of their lives or, at least, for as long as possible.  Recently, the AARP Public Policy Institute reported findings that 87% of individuals age 65 and older preferred ... Read More
How Can I Plan For My Disabled Sibling

How Can I Plan for My Disabled Sibling?

12/07/2022
When a child has a significant special need or disability, their parents often take care of them well into adulthood. As time passes and aging parents can no longer provide for their child’s advanced needs, the caregiver alternatives are ordinarily ... Read More
5 Simple Ways To Prevent The Nursing Home From Taking Your Parents’ Money

5 Simple Ways to Prevent the Nursing Home from Taking Your Parents’ Money

12/07/2022
As your parents age, long-term care issues may become increasingly important. It’s not always possible to know when a significant health condition will arise. However, if your elderly parent becomes ill or is injured, they may need nursing home care. ... Read More
How To Avoid Children Fighting Over Inheritance

How to Avoid Children Fighting Over Inheritance

12/07/2022
Estate litigation between siblings is, unfortunately, more prevalent than you may know. The cause is straightforward: a parent’s decision to provide more or less of their inheritance to one kid over another can be hurtful during an already difficult time. ... Read More
Pre Estate Planning Checklist To Make Life Easier

Pre-Estate Planning Checklist to Make Life Easier

12/07/2022
Estate planning may be difficult and tedious, which is why so many die without having a plan in place. Don’t worry, it’s not as daunting as it seems! Seeking legal counsel to help you navigate this procedure is both essential ... Read More