An estate plan can help you plan for the future and ensure your assets get distributed according to your wishes after you die. But many people have yet to put one of these plans together. According to a survey conducted by Caring.com, only 33% of Americans have put...
If you have aging parents or loved ones, the future of their health and wealth management is often a concern. When they cannot make their own choices, guardianship places the responsibility of decision-making in the hands of a trusted third party. For loved ones who...
When accidents and disasters happen, prepared people can cope while the unwary suffer avoidable complications. How might an incapacitated or unconscious individual preserve their assets for intended use? A durable power of attorney (DPA) is a valuable tool to...
When creating an estate plan, you should do everything possible to anticipate potential problems so you can avoid them. You can learn about the common errors of estate planning before you start. This way, you know what to do and what not to do when drafting a will,...
We have been forced to reassess our priorities, values, and health since the coronavirus pandemic began. The little COVID-19 clinical information relating to treatment options and likely outcomes based on personal health history should lead all of us to the same...
A staggering 57% of U.S. adults do not have a Last Will & Testament (a “Will”), according to Care.com’s annual estate-planning survey for 2019. The survey found that participants were more likely or less likely to have a Will depending on issues such as age, race,...
It is a difficult caregiving experience for the family members who are primarily responsible for providing dementia care. Even though you understand your loved one’s dementia behaviors are a symptom of the disease and not intentional or personally targeted to you,...
To those who care for the sick, we are forever grateful. At the same time, we should be skeptical of bills we may be presented for that care. The struggle to contain healthcare costs in this country is now a fixture in the national policy debate. Our healthcare...
Americans aged 50 and over are experiencing gray divorce in larger numbers than ever before. The term gray divorce generally refers to the baby boomer generation and affects all classes and education levels. Research shows that splitting during middle age is...
Age comes with wisdom. Unfortunately, it also comes with some forgetfulness. Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep the brain sharp, small daily habits which can reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Four key factors in staying mentally sharp are explained...