Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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New Elder Abuse Law Passed In Kansas
The law is aimed at protecting people 70 and older who are victims of financial abuse. People convicted of large-scale abuse ... Elder Law

Date: 05/16/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Is A Reverse Mortgage Good Or Bad?
Federally insured reverse mortgages, issued under the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage program, are a way for homeowners 62 ... Asset Protection

Date: 05/15/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Caregiving Responsibilities Of Elderly Parents Rest On Women
There is no question that most of the burden falls on women for the physical and financial impacts of caregiving. As parents ... Estate Planning

Date: 05/14/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Retirees — Are Your Pet Expenses Manageable?
Warning: Don't let your pets crack your nest egg. "The topic of pet expense is rarely discussed," says Richard ... Asset Protection

Date: 05/13/2014 Category: General
What It Really Takes To Retire
The math gets complicated fast, because there are so many variables. How much to save depends on things like your future wage ... Asset Protection

Date: 05/12/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Be Prepared For Anything And Everything
Financial planners believe that one's financial affairs should be organized in such a way that if today is the day that your ... Estate Planning

Date: 05/09/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Estate Planning Must-Haves
Here are the four estate-planning documents everyone needs. Don't think you really need a will? Think again! Creating a will ... Estate Planning

Date: 05/08/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Estate Planning Fundamentals
There are basic rules and guidelines that apply to every estate plan, whether it is taxable or not. Draft an effective plan ... Estate Planning

Date: 05/07/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Estate Planning Will Lift The Burden From Relatives
If you care about those who will handle things for you in case you become incapacitated, help them now. Do it if you have ... Estate Planning

Date: 05/02/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Cousin Biff Bullied You And Gets Your Money Too? It Could Happen!
The legal and estate planning industries don't like to discuss the fact that millions of wills, trusts and other end-of-life ... Estate Planning

Date: 04/30/2014 Category: Estate Planning
News Headlines About Disasters Can Segue To “The Aging Talk”
Instead of flat out asking them to tell you about their personal information, it can work better to talk about emergency ... Elder Law

Date: 04/29/2014 Category: Estate Planning
Mickey Rooney Raises Awareness Of Elder Abuse Crimes
Rooney helped draw attention to the hidden and underreported crimes associated with elder abuse through his unique role as a ... Elder Law

Date: 04/25/2014 Category: General

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