by Paige Fuoco | Sep 16, 2021 | Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Trusts, Wills
No one wants to see a loved one become unable to make decisions for him or herself. If this happens, however, the court may appoint a substitute decision maker, often called a “guardian,” but in some states called a “conservator” or other term....
by Paige Fuoco | Jul 28, 2021 | Estate Planning
Parents want their children to be taken care of after they die. But children with disabilities have increased financial and care needs, so ensuring their long-term welfare can be tricky. Proper planning by parents is necessary to benefit the child with a disability,...
by Paige Fuoco | Jul 20, 2021 | Estate Planning
A new survey has found that motivated in part by the coronavirus pandemic, younger adults are now more likely to have a will than middle-aged adults. Nevertheless, the overall percentage of Americans with a will has dropped over the past several years. Caring.com’s...
by Paige Fuoco | Jun 29, 2021 | All Articles, Estate Planning, Wills
While a will is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have, there are things that it won’t cover. A will is just one part of a comprehensive estate plan. A will is a legally-binding statement directing who will receive your property at your...