Periods of uncertainty can heighten anxiety about both the future and the present. For many parents, planning and preparation are grounding ways to regain a sense of stability when circumstances feel unpredictable. One concern parents often raise is the fear of being unexpectedly unavailable and wanting to ensure their child would be cared for without...
Every November, as the air gets crisp and the blaze-orange comes out, I’m reminded of one of my family’s longest-standing traditions: deer camp. Since I was a little girl, my dad has headed up north for deer opener weekend, a ritual that’s been part of my family for generations. For us, deer camp isn’t just...
In real estate, success hinges on the strength of your relationships. Your clients rely on you, of course, but they also depend on the trusted professionals you bring into the process. While many real estate professionals build networks of lenders, inspectors, and insurance agents, one relationship is often overlooked: partnering with an estate planning attorney....
Talking about funeral plans while you’re alive can seem a bit preemptive or like you are “jumping the gun.” It may even feel like you are somehow jinxing yourself by bringing up the topic! However, what it actually does is provide financial security to your family, allowing loved ones to properly grieve, and providing security...
September always feels like a month of reflection. The long days of summer wind down, children head back to school, and the air begins to carry a hint of fall. Change is everywhere, and with change often comes the reminder that life itself is cyclical. As an estate planning and elder law attorney, September often...
Every August, Minnesotans gather at the State Fair — lovingly called The Great Minnesota Get-Together — for cheese curds, butter sculptures, and memories with family. The Fair is about fun, but it’s also about tradition, planning, and making the most of your time. Estate planning works the same way. With a little preparation, you can...
If you’re part of the “sandwich generation,” you’re likely balancing the needs of your own children while also beginning to care for, and support, aging parents. It’s a season of life that can be both rewarding and overwhelming—and one of the most impactful steps you can take right now is helping ensure your parents have...
At Schromen Law, giving back is not just a seasonal campaign or a line on our website — it’s truly one of our core values. From day one, we’ve believed that a law firm should be a force for good in the community, supporting people in ways that reach far beyond legal documents. Over the...
Both of my parents had severe dementia. Like many adult children, I supported them as they aged and needed increasing assistance and care. Watching my parents navigate these transitions, I found myself asking: “Does this mean I will also have dementia?” “Would my family be OK if something happened to me?” “Does my husband know...