You know that life is fragile and unpredictable, at best. However, you want to be as prepared as possible. That means trying to meet your end on your own terms. Both Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) and Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) orders can help...
You’ve always had a superior taste, especially when it came to your jewelry, and you’ve amassed a nice collection of pieces over the years. Yet, how do you divide things up in your estate plan in a way that’s fair to your children? No two pieces are alike, and there...
Many people put off estate planning until they are in their 50s or 60s. They see it as thinking about how to pass on the assets they have accumulated. As a result, if you are in your 30s, you may not think estate planning is for you. However, it can still be an...
No matter how often you tell your child that money does not grow on trees, they never seem to believe you. They continue to spend without realizing how hard you worked to earn it. Thankfully all you give them at the moment is a few dollars pocket money a week. Yet,...
In many couples, one takes more control of the household finances than the other. That can range from paying the bills to choosing which investments to make. Naturally, one partner may have more interest or knowledge in certain areas, but it becomes unhealthy when...
One reason many California residents put off estate planning is that they worry about creating an overly rigid plan. In the modern world of the 21st century, people want the flexibility to make changes as the need arises. Contrary to popular belief, you can make your...
No one likes to dwell on their own death, and it can be especially hard to discuss such things with close friends and family members. However, you want the administration of your estate to go as smoothly as possible for the sake of your beneficiaries. There are steps...
As an entrepreneur, you’ve always had your eye on the future -- and that’s paid off with a successful business that provides well for your family and keeps numerous people employed. Have you considered what will happen if you’re suddenly no longer around? Or what...
For many people actively considering their estate plans, selecting those who will serve a fiduciary role can be one of the hardest parts. Naming someone to manage your estate is difficult enough. When it comes to a trust and assets that you may need access to later in...
When your grandchild needed you, you stepped up and took on the parental role -- and you’re far from alone. Roughly 2.7 million grandparents in this nation are spending their senior years raising their grandchildren. For one reason or another, your child and their...
