Most grown adults still don’t have an estate plan — not even a standalone will — and there are plenty of reasons for that: fear, procrastination, misperception, and more. One of the most commonly cited justifications for proceeding without a plan, though, is this old chestnut: “wills and trusts are only for rich people.” It… Read More »
Monthly Archives: November 2015
Are We Ready for Dementia?
Canada’s leading newspaper, the Toronto Star, recently asked its country an important question: are we ready for rapidly rising dementia rates? We can ask ourselves the same question too — both as a society and as individuals. “The tide of dementia is swelling and no country will be spared,” the Star writes. “…This is not just… Read More »
No More Drama: Estate Planning Without the Panic
Forbes contributor Steve Parrish recently wrote about an experience at his doctor’s check-in desk. The secretary asked for all the usual information — photo identification, insurance information, date of birth, etc. But when they asked whether he has a living will in place, Steve was offended. “I was there to be fixed up, not die —… Read More »