
Use Estate Planning to Prepare for Cognitive Decline
Data from sources like the U.S. Census Bureau shows in no uncertain terms that the U.S. population has grown older over the prior two decades.

Data from sources like the U.S. Census Bureau shows in no uncertain terms that the U.S. population has grown older over the prior two decades.

A guardian is someone who is appointed by the courts to assist another with their personal and medical affairs.

If you haven’t had any experience with guardianship for adults with dementia, it’s likely you don’t understand just how complex it is. You are not alone.

Without a power of attorney, your spouse, children or friends will probably have to petition the court to step in on your behalf.

You might be surprised at how many questions arise surrounding financial issues, legal arrangements and lifestyle choices.

A guardianship is a court-ordered relationship that is created to protect a person who is incapable of handling their estate or personal affairs. Guardianship law varies by state.

Here are three smart moves to make when picking (or adjusting) your life insurance beneficiaries.

A frequent concern for those with aging loved ones is the future need for guardianship. Unfortunately, the concept of guardianship can be confusing and overwhelming.

Although laws vary from state to state, every state requires that less restrictive alternatives be considered before invoking a guardianship. These might include such vehicles as limited guardianships, powers of attorney or assisted decision-making agreements.

Even Consumer Reports suggests working with an experienced estate planning attorney to make sure documents are correctly prepared.