How to Maintain Independence As We Age
Gathering with the family for a Fourth of July celebration is a heartwarming time for the family’s oldest members. It’s a day to celebrate our
July 4, 2022
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Preparing Young Adults for Independence
America’s independence was not easily won. There was no guarantee the fledgling colonies would win, but they fought long and hard and, as a result,
June 29, 2022
Durable Power of Attorney
What are the Different Kinds of Powers of Attorney?
As you age, it is important to have your affairs in order to ensure peace of mind for you and your family. Several documents need to be in place to help your family know and carry out your wishes.
July 30, 2020
Durable Power of Attorney
What Is a Power of Attorney?
One essential component of your financial plan involves designating power of attorney to someone you trust, in case you are incapacitated or unable to complete a task on your own.
June 29, 2020
coronavirus
C19 UPDATE: Estate Planning in the Time of Coronavirus
Who will make decisions about your finances and health (maybe even your life) if you get COVID-19?
June 5, 2020
Durable Power of Attorney
When Does the Fiduciary Duty Granted by a Power of Attorney Begin?
Under Illinois law, an individual holding a power of attorney is a fiduciary as a matter of law. The person designated as a power of attorney agent owes a fiduciary duty to the principal—the person making the designation.
June 2, 2020
Durable Power of Attorney
What Should I know about Financial Powers of Attorney?
Has a loved one named you their financial power of attorney? Are you ready to take on all the responsibilities that entails? Hopefully, you won’t be called into action anytime soon, but with the coronavirus pandemic continuing, it’s something to think about.
May 28, 2020
Asset Protection
Coronavirus News Should Make You Think about Estate Planning
Nobody likes to think about their own mortality, and that’s why so many people go without basic estate planning documents. Often, an event like the coronavirus can be the kick in the pants you need to get your affairs in order.
April 21, 2020
Beneficiary Designation
Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples
The number of unmarried couples who live together reached 18 million in 2016, a 29% jump from 14 million in 2007. Among adults age 50 and older, the increase was 75%: About four million were cohabiting in 2016, up from 2.3 million in 2007.
February 28, 2020
Durable Power of Attorney
What Do I Need to Do for Estate Planning if I’m a “Solo Ager”?
I am 62, not married and do not have any children. Do I need to be doing anything special with my retirement planning?
January 27, 2020
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