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As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes increasingly crucial. No matter where you are in life, early elder care planning can make all the difference in ensuring peace of mind and a secure future. At , we understand the...
Estate planning is important for avoiding future catastrophe if you become unable to make decisions for yourself or have not planned for what happens to your property when you die. Estate planning can be tailored to your needs, and LGBTQ+ individuals may have good...
A mental health power of attorney (POA) is a limited authorization appointing someone, typically a family member or other trusted individual, to make mental health treatment decisions if you become unable to do so. Unlike a general health care POA, which covers broad...
Trusts are legal tools within an estate plan that can help you to manage and distribute your assets according to your wishes. There are many different options, and each can help to achieve different goals. Two of the more common are testamentary trusts and living...
Starting on June 11, 2024, important changes to Pennsylvania’s Guardianship Act have been enacted. Act 61 of 2023 was passed to provide greater protections to individuals who are the subject of a guardianship, generally referred to as “alleged incapacitated persons.”...
Medicare covers roughly 65 million people, and most of them stand to benefit from changes that have been gradually coming into place since 2022. Unfortunately, understanding your entitlement to various Medicare benefits and making sure that you don’t run afoul of the...
Estate planning, an essential aspect of financial strategy, has been the subject of significant changes of late, with trends reflecting both economic shifts and evolving personal priorities. One of the most noteworthy developments is an adjustment in the federal...
Many Americans lack an estate plan, leaving their loved ones with potential legal and financial burdens. According to recent research, only 34% of Americans have taken the necessary steps to create an estate plan. Even among those who have them, many plans are...
Planning your estate is one of the most important things you can do to ensure your loved ones respect your wishes if you become incapacitated, and Caring.com reported that in 2022, only about a third of Americans have an estate plan. A vital component of any...
As you get older, planning for the possibility of needing long-term care, such as a personal care home or a nursing home, becomes increasingly important. However, long-term care costs can be substantial and can quickly deplete your estate if you do not plan carefully....