FAQs About Powers of Attorney and Directives
An agent named in a durable power of attorney is generally not responsible for the debt of the principal unless they are a party to the debt or…
The Risk of DIY Planning, Uncategorized, Wills
Estate planning is as important for small estates as for large ones. We all have the potential of becoming incapacitated. Therefore, having documents in place that allows trusted…
Incapacity
Studies estimate that more than 6 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s. And as our population ages, Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia will afflict an increasing number of people.
Questions About Estate Tax
If you have close relatives, like parents, who are citizens and residents of a foreign country, there is a chance you might receive a gift or inheritance from…
FAQs About Trusts
I get a lot of calls and emails from individuals interested in protecting their assets. Some ask whether it would be beneficial to create an asset protection…
Estate Planning, FAQs About Estate Planning
I received a note from a concerned wife. Her husband had purchased the home in which they resided two years before they were married. Throughout their marriage,…
Financial Powers of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is a written document that authorizes another person, known as an agent, to engage in specified business, financial and legal transactions on…
The Complexities of Intestacy in Blended Families
Having a will is important for every adult, but especially so if you are part of a blended family. Without a will, your assets will…
FAQs About Trusts, Trusts
Attorney Rania Combs explains how to design a spendthrift trust for beneficiaries if asset protection is your goal.
Estate Planning, Planning for Special Circumstances
What is an ABLE Account? An ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) account is a type of savings account for individuals with disabilities and their families. The account…