The Loneliness Epidemic: Helping Seniors Stay Connected
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1M ago
In recent years, researchers have been finding potential links between feelings of loneliness and negative health outcomes. Feeling lonely may put you at greater risk of premature death, serious health problems, and higher ..read more
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40% of People Say They Don’t Have Enough to Make a Will
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1M ago
Four in 10 people believe they do not have enough assets to make a will, according to Caring.com’s 2024 Wills and Estate Planning Study, which surveyed more than 2,400 individuals.  This statistic reflects a common ..read more
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Tips for Updating Your Estate Plan When You Have Children
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7M ago
Everyone should update their estate plans at various points in their lives, such as when they get married or divorced or when their financial situation changes substantially. One of the most important times to update your ..read more
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Planning for Incapacity: A Legal Toolbox
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7M ago
Many people think (incorrectly) that estate planning and crisis planning only concern end-of-life decisions and what happens to your possessions when you die. In reality, they encompass much more than that. There are several ..read more
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How to Revoke Power of Attorney (and Why You Might Want To)
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7M ago
Having a power of attorney arrangement in place is a smart move for a number of reasons. First, a power of attorney is one of the most flexible estate planning tools available. You may use it to empower your agent to make ..read more
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How to Spot Undue Influence
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7M ago
The purpose of estate planning is to ensure that a person’s wishes are carried out exactly as they would have intended in the event of their death or incapacitation. Estate planning can only serve that purpose, however, if ..read more
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How to Choose an Executor for Your Estate
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7M ago
When you die and you have a will, the executor of your estate named in the will oversees the probate administration of your estate. They step into your shoes and are responsible for making an inventory of the estate; paying ..read more
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When to Update Your Estate Plan
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7M ago
As the protagonist of a 1986 teen comedy film once said, “Life moves pretty fast.” This observation is particularly relevant in the estate planning context, as life’s ups and downs can cause established estate plans to ..read more
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How Divorce Can Affect Your Estate Plans
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7M ago
Divorce is one of the most stressful ordeals an average person can experience, and not only due to the emotional toll it takes. It is well-known that divorce can also wreak havoc on the former spouses’ finances, with ..read more
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Power of Attorney Abuse: What It Is and How to Identify It
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7M ago
Individuals who hold power of attorney (known as “attorneys in fact”) typically have extensive authority to make decisions on behalf of their principals, including most medical and financial decisions. But with great ..read more
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