[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] The idea of discussing your parent’s finances and estate planning can seem overwhelming and incredibly intimidating. After all, this is oftentimes the type of questions parents ask their children – not the other way around. However, as challenging as it can be to initiate this conversation, it is...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] The manner in which you own shared property in Minnesota may impact your estate planning goals. It is important to know how your shared property is owned, and what that means in terms of what will happen with your interest should you die. Two common ways to own...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] If you are wondering when you should start your estate planning…the answer is, “NOW!” When individuals ask me when a good time to star their estate plan is, I always advise that there is no such thing as starting your estate plan too early. And no, I do...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] As an elder law attorney, I am passionate about preventing elder abuse and financial exploitation. Not only is identity theft a risk that threatens elder individuals – it threatens every single one of us. It is important to keep your identity secure. However, even the most careful individuals...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Memory loss can be a sign of dementia or Alzheimer’s – a brain disease that causes a decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. There are oftentimes warning signs and symptoms, ten of which are discussed in this article. Every individual experiencing one or more of these signs...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Elder financial exploitation is a prevalent issue of increasing concern, and can occur a number of ways. Elder financial exploitation occurs when someone who is authorized to manage an elder individual’s money makes unauthorized expenditure of funds, or fail to use funds for the elder’s needs. It also...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Planning for the financial future of a family member or loved one with a disability is an important task that, when done correctly, can provide the support and maintenance needed to ensure that individual lives a full and happy life. One way to provide such support is through...
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] When individuals purchase life insurance policies, they are often told that if they make a certain sized premium payment for a certain number of years, their policies will be fully paid with no additional payments required for a lifetime of coverage and death benefits for their heirs. With...
[column width=”4/5″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Estate Planning is an important, and often essential, process for many (if not all) individuals. Women, in particular, should pay attention to this crucial planning step in life. Regardless of marital status or net worth, women have unique concerns and considerations that may impact their estate planning process....
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] When I introduce myself as an “Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney,” many individuals either believe the title to be redundant, or are confused as to what elder law entails. Estate planning is generally a well-known and understood area of law to many people – wills, trusts, and...