As many as 80% of aging adults in America lack the financial resources to pay for two years of nursing home care or four years of an assisted living community. That’s according to a new study from the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the LeadingAge LTSS Center at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Read more
estate planning
Estate planning might sound like something that’s just for wealthy people with huge beach houses and billions in the bank. However, the truth is that estate planning is something we all need to think about. Read more
Broaching the subject of estate planning can be difficult, as emotions often run high while discussing end-of-life care and other similar topics. However, having a plan in place can streamline the estate transfer process upon the passing of your loved ones, bringing peace of mind to the whole family. Read more
When you purchase and own a home, your name is on the title to the property, indicating ownership. However, you can transfer ownership of your residence to another person or entity in the form of a real estate trust. Read more
The main reason to plan your estate is to make sure that your wishes are followed after you are gone. Read more
You’re single, and you don’t have an estate plan or even a will. Perhaps you think you don’t need either because you’re not wealthy and don’t have children. Read more
Specialized pet trust law has developed because of the huge popularity of pets in this country, and the strong desire of pet owners to provide for their pets, even after the owner’s death. Read more
There are many different configurations of blended families. However, they are generally made up of married couples who have children from previous marriages or relationships. Read more