Kinds of Trusts
Trusts fall into two basic categories: testamentary and inter vivos.
Do You Have the Right Fiduciary?
When creating an estate plan, an important decision is who to name as your fiduciary...
Powers of Attorney Come in Different Flavors
A power of attorney is a very important estate planning tool, but in fact there are several different kinds . . .
Entering and Leaving Medicare Advantage Plans
You generally must be enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B before you can enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan. If you want to join a Medicare Advantage plan, you should contact the plan and ask if it is accepting new member enrollments or if it has a waiting list.
Your Will
Your will is a legally-binding statement directing who will receive your property at your death. Why should you have a will? Here are some reasons.
Capacity Requirements for Executing Estate Planning Documents
Proper execution of a legal instrument requires that the person signing have sufficient mental "capacity" to understand the implications of the document.
The Durable Power of Attorney
For most people, the durable power of attorney is the most important estate planning instrument available -- even more useful than a will.
Estate Administration
Estate administration is the process of managing and distributing a person’s property (the “estate”) after death.
Medicare Preventive Services: What is Covered?
As the saying goes "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," and as you get older, taking preventative meas...