Our legal system functions with the principle that in order for you to sign any legal document, you must have the necessary mental competence to do so. Health care powers of attorney, DNRs, financial powers of attorneys and trusts are typically classified as contracts, but contractual capacity alone is typically not enough to execute these… Read More »
Monthly Archives: May 2017
How Will Rising Numbers of Baby Boomers Impact Investment Returns?
A research project from the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, identified the potential impact of the thousands of baby boomers retiring every single day on investment returns overall. The study identified that there has never been a better reason to start saving more for retirement as the demographic transition of the growing retiree… Read More »
What If your Loved Ones Are Unable to Find Your Will?
All the best intentions of putting together a comprehensive will for estate planning purposes can go by the wayside in the event that your loved ones are not able to find this critical document. Having a clearly articulated plan drafted by a knowledgeable estate planning attorney and putting this in a place where individuals can… Read More »
Do You Owe Your Children an Inheritance?
Many people find discussing the topic of estate planning to be a difficult one but the good news is that if you take the appropriate steps to plan well in advance, you can structure a way that your children receive an inheritance should you wish to do so. A new study conducted by the Insured… Read More »
How Can I Keep My Heirs from Having to Go Through the Probate Process?
One of the most common questions for anyone approaching the prospect of estate planning has to do with making things easier for their beneficiaries. Having fully documented plans and consulting directly with an estate planning lawyer are some of the most important things you can do to minimize the additional challenges and frustrations that your… Read More »