One of the exciting parts of estate planning is thinking about how much your loved ones will enjoy what you leave behind for them. Whether you are leaving behind money or other assets, you know your friends and family will appreciate the support you leave for them....
A comprehensive estate plan that doesn't just talk about what happens if you die. It also has instructions for medical care in case you become incapacitated. You can authorize someone to handle your finances with a power of attorney and also leave behind instructions...
Welcoming your first child into the world is an exciting time. You and your spouse have waited nine long months to meet this special human being. Then those first few weeks after your baby arrives are a bit of blur, between feeding your newborn, changing diapers and...
One of the things we must consider as we age is our medical care preferences. Are there procedures or machines we are uncomfortable with? Are there specific treatments we prefer over others?It is possible for anyone to make their wishes known well ahead of time,...
Have a family burial plot and casket burial become a thing of the past? Not yet, but more are looking for other options. For instance, 80 percent of boomers are opting for cremation. Many are leaving more preferences for their memorial service and final resting place...
Estate planning can be tough to start. You may jot down some thoughts and wishes and then get distracted. It is important to recognize that handwritten (holographic) wills may not be legally binding and can lead to conflict. Surprisingly, some well-known people have...
Musicians, artists, writers, photographers and other creative types often miss an opportunity to have a say in what happens with their work by overlooking estate planning. The Queen of Soul, Aretha lin, who died of pancreatic cancer Aug....
Many people know about wills, and their incredible importance to their estate plan. But you would be remiss if you thought that living wills were the same as a will. One of the differences is in the name: a will takes effect upon death, whereas a living will dictates...
