A recent estate column in the Wealth Matters section of the New York Times caught our attention. The article asks, “Is there ever a time when inheritance should be uneven? And if so, can uneven still be fair? The answer to both questions is yes.” But, good, clear, timely communication is essential to avoid hurt… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Estate Planning
Helpful Tips – Your Financial Records
It can be helpful to your spouse and children to compile a complete record of your financial life. Include lists of brokerage accounts, mutual funds, real estate holdings, bank accounts, annuities, CDs, safe deposit boxes, life insurance and other financial information. This record should also include contact information, user IDs and passwords. You should also… Continue Reading
The Top Mistakes People Make in Planning for Long Term Care
Top 7 Mistakes Thinking it’s too late to plan. It’s almost never too late to take planning steps, even if after a family member has begun to receive long term care. Giving away assets too early. Make sure you can take care of yourself first. Don’t put your security at risk by putting all of… Continue Reading
10 Benefits of an Estate Plan
A well thought out estate plan can provide many benefits. Here are just a few: Provide support and financial stability to your spouse, children and grandchildren. Preserve your wealth for later generations. Make sure your wishes are carried out when you can no longer manage your affairs. Support a favorite charity. Distribute assets in a… Continue Reading
How To Finance Your Relaxed Retirement
Have you thought about your retirement and long-term care? Are you prepared for the unexpected? The Long-Term Care Financing Collaborative began meeting in 2012 to address the fact that too few people have the resources to pay for long-term care. Currently, there are roughly 10-12 million adults who require long term supports and services (“LTSS”). … Continue Reading