Category archives: Durable Power of Attorney
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1 week ago
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A new year brings with it the promise of new opportunities. There's something wonderful about the start of a new calendar year and the hope for the happy times it can offer us and our families and loved ones.New opportunities, resolutions, and personal goals are on the forefront of our minds as we s... [read more]
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1 month ago
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One of the top reasons many of our clients give us for creating, or updating, their Estate Plans is to have peace of mind for themselves, their families, and loved ones.
By addressing practical concerns, such as protecting their families in the case of an emergency or death, and being proactive a... [read more]
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3 months ago
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October is a wonderful month that kicks off the holiday season for many of us.
During this time when tricks and treats are on our minds with fun traditions, the biggest treat you can give yourself and your loved ones is peace of mind through essential Estate Planning.
Unfortunately, ther... [read more]
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4 months ago
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Try your hand at this estate planning pop quiz to see if your knowledge of estate planning makes the grade and if it is time for us to schedule a meeting.
Question #1: True or false? You must name the same person to make both your financial and medical decisions on your behalf.
Answer: False. ... [read more]
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6 months ago
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Summer is definitely here, and with the celebration of the Fourth of July this month we were reminded of how very fortunate we are as Americans to enjoy the freedoms our great Nation provides us. It's so great each year to take the time to acknowledge and celebrate how blessed we truly are.
While... [read more]
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8 months ago
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In addition to being a time for enjoying spring weather and activities, May is a month when many of us focus on being prepared for upcoming seasons. Here in Florida, we're reminded that hurricane season is approaching and ways we can be ready for it. May is also National Elder Law Awareness Month.
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10 months ago
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In addition to the wonderful religous holidays of Easter and Passover that we are celebrating with our loved ones, this time of year also reminds us of the old saying about it is impossible to be sure of anything but death and taxes. This bit of dark humor is also quite true, and we can all benefit ... [read more]
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1 year ago
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With the recent and ongoing concerns about the coronavirus, as we shift into the fall, it remains clear that we are continuing to face an unprecedented public health crisis--one that is affecting many people of all ages, and from all walks of life. It has become tragically clear for many that Estate... [read more]
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1 year ago
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Britney Spears’s legal fight to wrest back control over her personal and financial affairs has flooded the issue of guardianship in Klieg lights. While a full guardianship may be necessary for many individuals who are incapable of managing their own affairs due to dementia or intellectual, developme... [read more]
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2 years ago
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Some conversations are more awkward than others, and while discussing illness and death with our loved ones can feel uncomfortable, it is also important and helpful to do so.
A difficult part of life is that accidents, illnesses, and death are inevitable, and unfortunately often unexpected too. N... [read more]
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2 years ago
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One thing that we've all been reminded of recently is the importance of being prepared for unexpected events that are beyond our control. Having enough food, water, personal supplies, and cleaning products became of paramount importance last year, and we're all much more focused on keeping our car f... [read more]
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2 years ago
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Netflix’s popular new movie, I Care a Lot, may be far-fetched in a lot of ways, but it does highlight some real weaknesses in the guardianship system that make it possible for an unscrupulous guardian to take control of an elderly person’s life and bleed their resources dry. Fortunately, steps can b... [read more]
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