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I HAD MY ESTATE DOCUMENTS DONE SOME YEARS AGO AND NOW I’M ENTERING HOSPICE.
The doctor says it will be a matter of weeks. Is there anything more I need to know or do? This week I had the…
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WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON DO-IT-YOURSELF WILLS, REVOCABLE TRUSTS, POWERS OF ATTORNEYS AND HEALTH CARE PROXY DOCUMENTS?
Other than living wills and health care powers of attorneys I find most individuals are not well equipped to prepare their own wills, revocable trusts…
MY FATHER, ACTUALLY STEPFATHER, IS THINKING OF APPOINTING ME AS HIS DURABLE ATTORNEY-IN-FACT.
What does this require of me? Under a general financial power of attorney you will be appointed to represent your step-father, the principal, with respect…
MY GRANDSON WAS JUST DIAGNOSED WITH ASD.
What can I do to ensure he is protected today, tomorrow and beyond my life? Today you can love him and reach out to his…
I MET WITH A LAWYER THE OTHER WEEK AND FELT LIKE A SQUARE PEG BEING JAMMED INTO A ROUND HOLE.
How does one work with a lawyer? Interesting analogy. The best way to have a successful relationship with your attorney is: First, select an attorney…
MY LIFE INSURANCE POLICY WILL BARELY COVER MY FUNERAL
When I die who or what process will be used to pay my debts? When we die a new legal entity emerges, called a “Decedent’s…
I HAVE AN IRA AND DEPEND ON IT FOR RETIREMENT INCOME
But as my largest asset I want to be sure I can leave it to my three children and avoid probate. What should I do?…
ARE PET TRUSTS ALLOWED IN SOUTH CAROLINA? IF SO, WHAT CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT THEM.
Actually 46 states now allow pet trusts, including South Carolina, but you can’t leave monies and assets directly to the pet. A decade ago only…
I’M PUTTING TOGETHER MY NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS AND WONDERED WHAT YOU THOUGHT I SHOULD INCLUDE ABOUT DISABILITY, ELDER LAW AND ESTATE PLANNING.
Here is my list of favorites: Disclaimer: Information contained in this column is meant to be of general information on frequently asked questions concerning disability,…
AS A SINGLE MOM IN MY 40’S I’M EMBARRASSED TO SAY I’VE DONE NOTHING ABOUT ESTATE PLANNING.
A recent medical scare has caused me to pause and now consider planning a priority. Any words of wisdom before I do a will? About…