By Heather Agun, Edited by Becky Pearsall *Created under the direct legal supervision of Stephen Waltar. See Disclaimer Photos by Heather Agun As a child, I spent hours pulling scrapbooks and photo albums from my mom’s bookcase, settling down on the carpet, and running my fingers over the glossy pictures and raised letters. Seeing the […]
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Attorney Explains Legacy Wealth Planning
Please enjoy an article written by colleague Leslee Jaquette, Client Relations for Andelcare: http://www.andelcare.com/blog/attorney-explains-legacy-wealth-planning
What is the Difference between Medicaid and Medicare?
Many people believe that Medicaid and Medicare are one in the same. Although these government sponsored programs share a similar name, there are many differences to be aware of. What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a joint federal and state program helping low income individuals pay for medical related expenses. Many people don’t realize that the […]
Tips for avoiding a will contest
Probably one of the most easily avoided types of lawsuit is the will contest. While it may be an attempt to get more assets than other family members, many times it is as much about the principle of equal treatment. Unless there is some type of undue influence that can be proven, chances are that […]
This is not your mother’s estate planning
While estate planning seems to be far down the priority list of most people, it seems to be even more likely with older women. Female baby boomers seem to have followed in the footsteps of their mothers, assuming that estate planning and finances are for fathers and husbands. But things have changed significantly for the […]
