5 Hacks for Setting Up a Living Will and Trust
Age is a slippery slope. The older you get, the more dependent you are on others. At some point, you cannot depend on yourself at all. Around 60-years-old, there is a 7% chance you will suffer from dementia. Two decades later, and it is more likely you will have dementia than you will not. By then, your…
Not a DIY Job: Why You Need an Attorney to Write a Will
This is not a DIY job. Here’s why you need an attorney to write a will. About 60% of Americans do not have a will or a living trust. Granted, thinking and planning for the end of life is not something anyone would be enthusiastic about. So, while most people know they should, they wait until…
5 Common Misconceptions About Planning for the Future
Planning for your death can seem morbid, but in fact, having a solid end of life plan is a smart idea. There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding end of life planning, especially when it comes to drawing up and maintaining a will. Read on to learn the truth about some common myths (or misunderstandings)…
Celebrate Your Military Family, Improve Your Military Will
There’s an old military adage that says, “No good plan survives engagement.” While this quote’s timelessness must lend credit to its applicability in battle, it transcends its martial roots and applies equally as well to law. Especially Estate Law. Take for instance the idea of a Last Will and Testament. A Will is probably the…
Is it True that Prince Didn’t Have a Will?
Prince, the well-known music icon from the 1980s, continued to make music and wow his fans even in the 1990s and 2000s. When he died, many people across the world mourned his passing and fell in love again with his music. However, as news of his passing persisted, many were shocked to find out that…