If everyone took the time to talk to an estate planning lawyer, most of the common estate planning mistakes around today would disappear. The reality is, however, that most people never get around to taking estate planning seriously, much less talk to an expert, so mistakes are common. Here is a list of some of… Read more »
You might know that creating an estate plan is a great way to help you avoid probate, but what about living probate? Have you taken the steps to guard against the possibility that you might one day have to have someone appointed to make decisions on your behalf? Though a lot of people have heard… Read more »
If you have spent any of your time researching or developing an estate plan, you have probably realized that you will need to create a number of very important legal documents. Your last will and testament, living trust instrument, advance medical directives, powers of attorney, and other key documents are essential to creating a comprehensive… Read more »
For baby boomers approaching retirement, considering the potential impact that long-term care costs might have on your retirement plan is vital. Whether you are single or married, the unexpected need for you or your spouse to transfer to a nursing home or elder care facility can leave your retirement plan in shambles. If you have… Read more »
Today, computer technology, digital documents, and the Internet allow you to do shop online, file your taxes electronically, and share every thought you have with friends at every moment. But while computers have become indelible parts of our day-to-day lives, the law is not exactly up to date when it comes to technology. This is… Read more »
Parents of a special needs child who live in the Dallas, Texas area need to do a little extra work when it comes to estate planning. Whether you have already created an estate plan and have recently had a child with special needs, or you are now just getting around to creating a plan, there… Read more »
The estate planning process is something that everyone should do, but it’s also something that far too few people actually get around to doing. The average person doesn’t know a lot about estate planning, and what you don’t know can be harmful. To take some of the mystery out of the estate planning process, let’s… Read more »