Mar 24, 2020 | Elder Law, Wills
Many parents are uncomfortable talking to their kids about their wealth. Talking about how much money or property you have is usually viewed as taboo. Asking someone else about what they have is often considered impolite. But failing to talk to kids about how much... 
Mar 16, 2020 | Adult Children, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Wills
Say your spouse is living in a nursing home because of advanced Parkinson’s. Your spouse is currently receiving Medicaid benefits to pay for the high cost of that care. If you were to pass before your spouse, you wouldn’t want your spouse to inherit all your life... 
Oct 29, 2019 | Adult Children, Elder Law, Wills
George and Ginny had a great marriage, with an extended family to whom they wanted to leave everything when they passed. Unfortunately, Ginny was then diagnosed with cancer. She began to worry: What could happen if she died before George did, and George remarried? Or... 
Jul 31, 2019 | Adult Children, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills
Estate planning for the future inheritance of your children and grandchildren should include protective measures to keep assets from disappearing or being claimed by a creditor. A simple way to achieve inheritance protection is through a trust. A trust can pass your...Apr 15, 2019 | Estate Planning, Healthcare Planning, Trusts, Wills
Estate planning is important for people of all ages, but as we age, the need for planning becomes even more critical. Many people avoid estate planning because they do not want to think about the end of life, failing health or disability. Others believe that an estate...Aug 4, 2017 | Adult Children, Advance Directives, Advisors, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning, Trusts, Wills
This month’s article comes from Monica Stanley. Monica is a financial advisor for families and small business owners with Edward Jones. She discusses why women business owners need retirement plans. If you’re a woman who owns a business, you’ve got plenty of...