As we age, protecting our vascular health is just as important as monitoring our cardiac health, yet many people (including many cardiologists) completely overlook the vascular system and vascular screenings — until it’s too late. … [Read more...]
Print This PageWarren Buffett Explains How You Should Avoid Surprises When Your Will Is Read
December 18, 2024 by
Warren Buffett, 94, is one of the richest men in the world. He has put lots of thought into his investments, as well as his Estate Planning. Buffett, who recently updated his Estate Planning documents, plans to give away all of … [Read more...]
Print This PageIt’s National Estate Planning Awareness Week — Take Advantage of this Important Week to Get Your Planning in Order
October 23, 2024 by
Dear Angel, I read somewhere that this week is National Estate Planning Awareness Week. How can I convince my family and friends that they need an estate plan? Thanks for your help! Planna Head --- Dear … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Why Would a College Student Need a Power of Attorney?
August 14, 2024 by
Dear Hayek,Our son is heading to college for his sophomore year in a couple of weeks. Last year, I was worried about him adjusting socially and doing well academically. Now that I know he is happy there, has a nice group of … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Simplifying Things for Your Heirs
August 6, 2024 by
Dear Kiwi and Mango,I am in the process of organizing my paperwork. I was thinking that I should put anything important that my children would need in one place, to make things easier if something should happen to me. Do you … [Read more...]
Print This PageComparing Financial Powers of Attorney: Badly Drafted DIY vs. Well-Drafted Documents
May 3, 2024 by
Q. My husband is a handy DIYer, and it has saved us lots money, in many instances. Now, he is insisting on doing our Estate Planning documents, including our Wills and our Financial Powers of Attorney, on his own. I am glad he … [Read more...]
Print This PageNew Law Helps Protect Seniors from Financial Exploitation
March 29, 2024 by
Q. Last summer, you wrote about a veteran named Larry Cook who was a victim of financial exploitation. He was scammed out of millions of dollars in Virginia before he died. Mr. Cook was very careful with his money and would never … [Read more...]
Print This PageGetting Remarried? What to Discuss and Plan Before Walking Down the Aisle
March 22, 2024 by
Q. I have been a widower for six years and recently found love again. I asked her to marry me and she accepted. This is new to me, as I had been with my late wife for forty years and then on my own again until recently. What are … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Are a Prenuptial Agreement and a Postnuptial Agreement Essentially the Same Thing?
March 22, 2024 by
Dear Kiwi and Mango,My brother is getting re-married and is on the fence about a prenuptial agreement. My husband and I actually have a postnuptial agreement. Aren’t they essentially the same thing? Which is preferable? Can … [Read more...]
Print This PageHow Estate Planning Helps You and Your Caregiver
March 15, 2024 by
Dear Angel,I have Parkinson’s and need lots of care, and I know things are just going to get tougher. My sister is my caregiver who helps me full-time. I heard that getting my estate planning and long-term care planning in … [Read more...]
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