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Protect Your Elderly Parents from Scammers

June 1, 2023
Scam artists often target older adults, partly because they have amassed greater wealth.
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Estate Planning for Blended Families

May 31, 2023
There are many different configurations of blended families. However, they are generally made up of married couples who have children from previous marriages or relationships.
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Single Parents Need Estate Planning

May 30, 2023
Nobody likes thinking about what happens if they should become incapacitated or die. However, we all need to have a plan in place for just these possibilities.
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Does Divorce Have an Impact on Estate Planning?

May 26, 2023
When you're in the midst of a divorce, you're probably not thinking about estate planning or your will. However, if you're divorcing, you should think about the impact a divorce can have on an estate plan.
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Does Healthy Lifestyle Have an Impact on Memory Decline?

May 25, 2023
Memory decline was slower for older adults who had a healthy lifestyle, even for people with high genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease, data from a Chinese study showed.
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What to Ask a Prospective Elder Law Attorney

May 24, 2023
A consultation is an initial meeting with a lawyer. During this meeting, you can discuss your unique situation and your concerns.
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Should I Consider Working with an Elder Law Attorney?

May 23, 2023
Elder law attorneys can assist family caregivers in understanding their loved one’s current situation and outlining possible solutions for the future.
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What Does an Elder Law Attorney Do?

May 22, 2023
While every American is equal in the eyes of the law, the rights of older adults often fall under the radar.
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What Is a Beneficiary Defective Inheritor’s Trust?

May 21, 2023
A Beneficiary Defective Inheritor’s Trust, also known as a ‘BDIT,’ is a specific type of estate planning trust.
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Protecting Assets with a Trust vs. Limited Liability Company

May 20, 2023
To protect assets effectively, you have to store them in the right legal entity. However, that can depend on whether you’re looking to protect business assets, avoid estate taxes, or protect personal assets from legal liability while running a business.
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