Divorce changes more than your marital status. It affects your new life and all legalities involved. This includes your wills, trusts, powers of attorney and beneficiary designations. Virginia law allows divorced spouses to lose certain rights automatically, but some...
Divorce often means you need to change many things in your life, including your estate plan. It is important to make sure your estate plan matches what you want now so your assets are safe and your loved ones are taken care of. What steps should you take? Review and...
Dementia affects thousands of Virginians and their families. Although the risk of dementia increases as one gets older, it can affect younger people as well. Alzheimer’s is the most common medical condition that causes dementia, but there are many other underlying...
Estate planning is one of those tasks many people postpone – often until it is too late. But a few simple steps taken now can spare your loved ones unnecessary stress, confusion, and even conflict later on. Even with the best intentions, it’s easy to make critical...
When your older family members or loved ones are drafting their wills, it is important to be aware of signs of undue influence, particularly if they are close with certain people that you do not believe are looking out for their best interests. A last will and...
Many people mistakenly believe that estate planning is either unnecessary for them or much simpler than it actually is. Unfortunately, this often leads to costly errors that can jeopardize their future and the well-being of their loved ones. If you want to avoid these...
Although much of the estate planning process is focused on asset distribution, there’s a lot more that can go into protecting your interests. Don’t overlook these estate planning issues A basic will is a good starting point in your estate planning journey, but there...
Grandparents often feel a deep sense of responsibility to ensure their grandchildren's financial security. Many choose to leave money behind to support their grandchildren as they grow older, whether for education, a new home, or other significant life milestones....
Long-term care planning is one of many things people must worry about later in life. And, in today’s blog post, we shed light on how you can strategically plan for LTC while considering Medicaid eligibility. Understanding Virginia Medicaid Long-Term Care Programs Our...
As your parents age, you might find yourself worried about the future of their health care, their financial decisions and the distribution of their assets upon their passing. Ultimately, figuring out how to deal with those issues falls on your parents, but if they’re...
