If you have a family member who has a disability, you might worry about his or her ability to work as an adult. Fortunately, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, there is a social safety net that provides benefits to many individuals who cannot support themselves...
Elder Law & Estate Planning
Protect your children with a detailed estate plan
The thought that you might not see your children reach adulthood is one you may not enjoy contemplating. However, it is still important to prepare for such a possibility. Planning for minor children involves special considerations. Appointing a guardian One of the...
What is a transfer on death deed? 4 common questions
Estate planning can bring many legal and logistical worries. Even with a will in place, you may worry about the lengthy probate process your heirs must endure after you pass away. In some cases, it is possible to avoid probate through careful planning. If you own real...
Is it time to revisit your estate plan?
An estate plan is not something you like to think about, but it is critical for your family. One aspect of the process is ensuring that it remains relevant. Allowing your estate plan to fall out of date may have repercussions for your heirs. When certain life events...
What should you consider when choosing a child’s guardian?
Like most parents, you probably do not want to think about your child's life without you. In the best-case scenario, you can watch your children grow up to start their own families. However, if you do not plan for an outcome where something might happen to you, your...
When to move your parents to a nursing facility
The decision to move a loved one into a nursing home or senior care facility is not an easy one. As the population of the United States continues to age, however, more and more adults are making these decisions for their parents and other older relatives. Here are...
A solid estate plan needs these 3 components
Creating a Minnesota estate plan offers benefits for you, but it also makes things easier for your loved ones. Yet, many people mistakenly believe estate plans take a lot of time and money to make and put off doing so as a result. In truth, an estate plan does not...
How can you avoid common estate planning mistakes?
Virtually all people should have an estate plan in place to ensure their family receives their assets according to their wishes. Estate plans can also provide other forms of protection, particularly when it comes to the care of children. Along with creating an estate...
Why seniors should have an estate plan
Millions of seniors have never discussed estate planning, end-of-life decisions or long-term care with their loved ones. However, as seniors age, their families often have to make difficult decisions about their care, finances and healthcare. In most cases, these...
What should you know about signs of undue influence?
Undue influence is a term most people will likely not come across in their lives until they have to deal with estate planning, especially with elderly relatives. Unfortunately, undue influence cases happen more often than one would want to think. It is important to...
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