Does Medicare cover second medical opinions? The doctor I currently see thinks I need back surgery, but I would like to find out more...

It was her worst nightmare. Karen’s Aunt Marge was in the Emergency Room, and Karen was in the ER waiting room after a midnight phone...

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IRAs are one the trickiest assets for estate planning attorneys to handle for many reasons. First, they often are overlooked in the...

November 28th, 2016, Elder Care Matters Q&A discusses the importance of selecting an Agent under a Power of Attorney Question:  Who may...

A businessman with a $2.5 billion estate passed away in 1976. He was single and many individuals, mostly unrelated to him, filed more...

What will happen to my money and possessions if I die without a will? If you die without a will, what happens to your assets will be...

While day-to-day obligations can certainly get in the way, at some point as a parent of a child with special needs you will need to...

A family letter is a key part of a good estate plan. It is much more personal than many of your estate documents. A family letter allows...

The living trust is becoming quite a popular estate planning strategy. It costs more than a will, but includes many features that are...

What are the financial issues that come with remarrying later in life? I’ve been seeing a wonderful man for two years, and we’ve been...

Great review of basic considerations before finalizing your estate plan. “Who should receive my property?” asked Helen to her attorney,...

A successful business owner with a large estate passed away in 1976. He had grown up in Texas, moved to California and also lived for...

Most Americans could stand to improve their knowledge of retirement planning, but it is especially important for unmarried women. Here’s...

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What is the best way to find a good in-home caregiver for my elderly mother? Finding a good in-home caregiver that’s dependable,...

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What’s the best, conflict-free way to divvy up my personal possessions amongst my kids after I’m gone? I have jewelry, art, family...

1. Pack swim suit 2. Stop the mail for the week. 3. Ask neighbors to water the flowers. 4. Review estate plan. – – – – Say What?...