Planning your estate without children or nearby family can feel challenging. You want to make sure your assets go where you intend and that someone you trust manages your affairs. Taking time to plan your will can provide peace of mind and help protect the preferences...
In Colorado, a Transfer-On-Death (TOD) deed is also known as a beneficiary deed. This written document is an estate planning tool that helps the “grantor” (you) transfer their real estate property’s title/s to their chosen beneficiaries once they pass away. If you are...
When someone you love becomes subject to a conservatorship, it can feel stressful and confusing. You may wonder what decisions you can still influence or how to ensure your family member is treated fairly. Understanding your rights under Colorado law gives you...
The process of moving into an assisted living facility is typically a lengthy one. Older adults and their family members often research thoroughly to find the right facility. Factors including price, proximity to loved ones and services may influence the decision...
Guardianship in Colorado is a court process that gives one person the legal power to make decisions for another adult who cannot manage their own care. Courts may also grant guardianship for minors when parents cannot provide support. If you want to serve as a...
Contrary to popular belief, your will does not control all assets when you pass away. Beneficiary designations on accounts such as your 401(k) or life insurance policies actually override your will. This means that regardless of what your will says, the person you...
If you were born in 1960 and are turning 65 in 2025, you might think you can claim full Social Security benefits. That is not true. You must wait until 2027 to get your full monthly payment. This rule affects many people in Denver, Edwards and nearby areas. Knowing...
In life, many people who are not blood relatives significantly support you. These individuals often play essential roles in your success and well-being. Have you ever considered how to thank them in a lasting way? Your estate plan can be a powerful tool to acknowledge...
When Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, better known as the Big Beautiful Bill, most people focused on the headlines: lower federal estate taxes, lighter Social Security taxes and a few retirement updates. But what you may not realize is how these changes...
Our parents are often our first and greatest heroes. We grow up looking to them for guidance, strength and support, believing there is nothing they cannot handle. But lately, you may have noticed subtle changes in their decision-making. Perhaps they have missed a few...
