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Estate Planning Options to Consider in Uncertain Times

External events that cause reflection are good reminders to update estate planning documents.

Posted on: June 3, 2020

What Is an Advance Directive, and Why You Need This Document?

To put it bluntly, what if you were in a serious accident or were suddenly rushed to the hospital with COVID-19 symptoms or another life-threatening illness, and you were unable to make health care decisions for yourself?

Posted on: June 2, 2020

Should I Give My Kid the House Now or Leave It to Him in My Will?

Adding an adult child to your house deed, or giving them the home outright, might seem like a smart thing to do. It usually isn’t.

Posted on: June 1, 2020

How Does Planning for a Special Needs Child Work?

When parents start the planning process for a child with special needs, they usually work under the perception that if they create a special needs trust (SNT), the child will be taken care of and the needs will be met.

Posted on: May 29, 2020

Why Do I Need an Advanced Healthcare Directive?

An advanced healthcare directive - also known as a living will - is a legal document in which a person lists the specifics of medical care and comfort actions they desire, should the individual no longer be able to make decisions for themselves due to illness or incapacity.

Posted on: May 28, 2020

How Do Farmers Start an Estate Plan?

Planning for the end of your life can be intimidating. When you are a farmer, your business is not only your livelihood and your passion, but, often, it is also intermingled with your family life. For that reason, estate planning — arranging for the management of your assets once you die — is especially important for aging farmers.

Posted on: May 27, 2020

Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies

When a member of your family dies, you could be left to pick up the financial pieces. Finding all the information you need can be challenging.

Posted on: May 26, 2020

When Should You Have ‘The Talk’ with Your Kids?

An immature or troubled child could try to misuse your money or goad you into handing over assets you might need later. Complicated family dynamics, or just your desire for privacy, may make you hesitant to open up.

Posted on: May 25, 2020

The Symptoms of Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease

There are still certain people who do get early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. In the U.S., about 200,000 people have it. How can you tell if your loved one is among them? There can be surprising symptoms that warn of its development — and they don’t all involve memory problems.

Posted on: May 22, 2020

When will Social Security Stimulus Checks Arrive?

Coronavirus stimulus checks are currently being distributed, and millions of Americans are eagerly awaiting their payment. Depending on your income, you could receive up to $1,200 (or $2,400 for married couples filing jointly), plus an additional $500 for each dependent under the age of 17.

Posted on: May 21, 2020