Written by Kevin Ryan Last updated October 8, 2022 A power of attorney, or POA, can be a powerful tool when you’re planning for the future. At its basic level,…

By Rebecca Schier-Akamelu Last updated February 27, 2023 If you have a loved one who receives care at home — whether that’s caregiver assistance or home health care — you…

According to the 2023 Wills and Estate Planning Survey by Caring.com, only 34 percent of Americans have an estate plan.  The primary reasons respondents gave for not participating in estate planning…

In the wake of the pandemic, rising inflation, mass shooting tragedies, and other events, more people recognize that they need to plan for the future. Yet while financial planning has…

According to WealthCounsel, over a third of Americans have experienced or witnessed familial conflict when someone dies without an estate plan. While most people believe having an estate plan is…

Wills contain important information about who receives money, possessions, and property upon a person’s death. Who can view this information, and is it a public record?  Once your will goes…

One aspect of your estate plan that you may not yet have taken into consideration is your digital legacy. Arranging what happens to your digital assets and information when you…

Estate planning, or legacy planning, entails preparing your affairs for the future, including death and other life events. While older adults might give more thought to estate planning, it is…

An executor is a person or entity you choose to carry out your last wishes outlined in your will. Your executor should be someone you trust is responsible enough to…

Are you a taxpayer who has purchased long-term care insurance (LTCI)? Take note of your policy details and your premium amount, as you may be able to deduct the cost…