Act Quickly to Protect an Estate
November 12, 2020
When dealing with the emotional pain of the loss of a loved one, family members also have to address daunting administrative tasks.
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Changes are Happening to Social Security in 2021
November 12, 2020
Here’s a closer look at the seven biggest changes to Social Security in 2021
Can an Inheritance Lead to Trouble for Marriages?
October 22, 2020
Most states recognize inheritances as separate property, and many experts say keeping them separate is often the best approach.
What Does Tenancy by the Entirety Mean?
October 9, 2020
Tenancy by the entirety, commonly abbreviated as TBE, is an ownership structure for real estate that’s used when the owners are a married couple. Under a TBE arrangement, each spouse owns an equal interest in the property, and the property will transfer seamlessly to the surviving spouse, in the event of one spouse’s death.
How Do I Survive Job Loss in My 50s?
September 3, 2020
Losing a job is almost always traumatic. In your 50s, job loss can be devastating — and devastatingly common.
Why Is Trust Funding Important?
August 25, 2020
If you have updated your estate plan during the Covid crisis and even found a way to sign your documents while maintaining social distance, do not overlook the last step of trust funding.
What Should I Know about Beneficiaries?
August 11, 2020
When you open a financial account, you’re often asked to name a beneficiary. Simply stated, a beneficiary is someone who is entitled to the benefits of the account on the death of the account holder. For example, if you’ve purchased life insurance, you name a beneficiary who receives the benefits of the policy when you pass away.
Can I Disinherit Anyone I Want?
August 6, 2020
So, you’ve decided that a family member won’t be getting an inheritance after all. Maybe you have an ungrateful or irresponsible family member you want to cut out of the will.
Preparing Children for Future Inheritances
August 4, 2020
By discussing finances with your children early and often you can set them—and future generations—up for success, when it’s time to receive the wealth you’ve accrued.
Possible Pitfalls for Special Needs Planning
July 23, 2020
Both the state and federal government, administered through the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Medicaid, provide disabled individuals with a variety of life enhancing, and sometimes life sustaining, public benefits.
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