By Linda T. Cammuso A Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA), sometimes called just a “Power of Attorney,” is a legal document that allows you to name one or more individuals to serve as your agent (known as an “attorney-in-fact”) to manage your financial affairs when you become unable to do so yourself. A DPOA is [...]
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Durable Powers of Attorney: Not so durable after all?
Posted on 29 June 2010.
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My loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, now what?
Posted on 26 May 2010.
It is estimated that about five million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, and about 360,000 people are newly diagnosed each year.
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Second marriages pose challenges in estate, benefits planning
Posted on 14 May 2010.
Second marriages are as common in the 50 plus population as they are with younger married couples. Couples who have remarried are often unaware of the legal and financial implications of their marriage.
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How to talk to your parents about long-term care planning
Posted on 14 May 2010.
While more people do estate planning earlier in their lifetimes today, there are many who have yet to take that important step.
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Estate planning: you can’t afford to wait
Posted on 14 May 2010.
f you’re like most people, you probably have a list of reasons why you haven’t established your estate plan.
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Understanding Homestead protection: How it protects you
Posted on 21 April 2010.
If you own your own home and believe that it is protected because you have a Declaration of Homestead it is important that you and your loved ones fully understand the law.
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