A special needs trust is a crucial tool that allows parents and other caregivers to provide structured financial support for a loved one with special needs. People often use significant assets to fund a special needs trust while simultaneously restricting how the...
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Why every new parent needs a will
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...
5 questions to ask yourself when reviewing your estate plan
An estate plan is not a one-and-done proposition. It should be treated as a living thing, one that must be tended to as the circumstances around it change. Many experts recommend reviewing an estate plan regularly, as well as after significant life events. This helps...
Can I be held responsible for my parent’s nursing home costs?
The concept of filial law dates back hundreds of years, most notably with the 1601 passage of the Elizabethan Poor Law. This is often cited as the first law to state adult children were legally obligated to provide financial support for their impoverished...
Behaviors that can land a personal representative in hot water
The responsibilities of the personal representative of an estate are not ones you should take lightly. The role requires a commitment to process and detail, and strict adherence to Colorado probate laws. What happens if you neglect these duties?You may find yourself...
Budget crunch heightens importance of disability planning
For parents of adult children with special needs, long-term security is often an ongoing worry. You want to make sure your child receives the proper health care, assistance with daily life and financial support - not just right now, but for many years to come.Special...
Understanding the key responsibilities of a conservator
When a loved one is aging or battling an illness and needs additional help, Colorado law provides numerous legal avenues for support. Among these options is conservatorship, a role that requires appointment by the courts.A conservator is, broadly speaking, legally...
5 things that can go wrong with beneficiary designations
Just about everybody owns an account or policy that requires a designated beneficiary. Such a designation allows you to choose who receives the funds upon your passing. Importantly, these assets then don’t go through the often-complex probate process.While this...
The benefits of a buy-sell agreement in succession planning
Business owners often face a bit of a dilemma. They can’t imagine themselves no longer being involved in the company and are reticent to hand the reins to someone else. Still, they want to see their economic legacy continue long into the future, supporting...
The college savings account that is a win-win for estate planning
By the time most of us reach the estate planning stage of life, the idea of putting money toward college savings is a distant memory. However, for individuals with young family members, such as grandchildren, this is worth reconsidering.The 529 college savings plan is...
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