When planning a disabled loved one’s future, it’s important to ensure they receive the necessary financial support without making them ineligible for public assistance programs like Social Security and Medicaid. One of the most effective tools for this is a...
Estate planning and the creation of a will allow people to control the distribution of their assets after death. Knowing that a family member has an estate plan or will can give you and your family peace of mind, especially if they’re of advanced age or have a serious...
According to Pew Research, around 16% of families in the U.S. are blended families. These are families that include stepparents, stepsiblings, and stepchildren. If you have a blended family, you may wonder how having stepchildren will affect your will or estate plan...
Estate planning for blended families involves unique challenges and requires careful consideration to ensure that all family members are adequately provided for. As the structure of families evolves, estate planning must adapt to address the complexities that come...
Death is a subject most people would rather avoid discussing, but it’s an inevitable part of life. While we can’t control when or how we’ll pass away, we can control what happens to our assets, properties, and the well-being of our loved ones after...
There’s no shortage of software programs and online apps designed to help you create a will or estate plan for yourself and your loved ones. And while these programs and apps may be convenient, they aren’t the right option for many people who want to...