Getting into the estate planning process in Pittsburgh can be downright intimidating for some people. One reason is the concern that your decisions could upset some of those set to benefit from your estate. Because of this, some put off doing their estate planning....
Month: July 2020
What are some mistakes executors make?
As an executor of a decedent’s estate, you have professional duties under the law that you must uphold to avoid legal issues. Forbes explains that many people do not understand the duties of an executor, which can lead to mistakes. You have personal liability for the...
Living will vs medical power of attorney: What’s the difference?
The estate planning lexicon is full of document names that often cause confusion, especially when the documents do the same or similar things. Case in point: living will and medical power of attorney. While many people use these terms synonymously, FindLaw explains...
Will my spouse be protected if I must apply for Medicaid?
In 2018, the national daily average for a shared room in a long-term care facility was $245 or $7,441 per month, while a private room could cost you $275 a day or $8,365 a month. A report by SeniorLiving.org reported that the average cost of a semi-private room in...
