At first glance, the budget agreement includes an important trade-off — the creation of a national long term care commission . . .yet, there are elements in the measure creating this panel that are very troublesome.
Posts Categorized: Estate Planning
How often should you review your estate plan?
It may be time dust off the old Rule Book and think about should be updated.
Update on Queen’s v. Koga
Karen Okada has continued to improve since she was moved to a more supportive environment.
What to have on hand in case disaster strikes
If you didn’t feel completely prepared for last weekend’s tsunami warning, here are some helpful resources to give you more confidence for the next time a disaster looms.
Alternative Charitable Giving Strategies
There is a place for special trusts and foundations, but they can be expensive to set up and operate. There are many ways you can be charitable both in your own family and in your community.
Time to Shop Around for Medicare Rx Plans
Premiums for many popular Medicare prescription drug plans will soar next year – but seniors don’t have to take the rate hikes lying down.
Lessons Learned from Queen’s Medical Center vs. Koga
This doesn’t have to happen to you.
What happens to your iTunes when you die?
Will your digital books and music go with you to the grave?
What about using trusts to avoid probate?
Trusts are effective vehicles for probate-avoidance, asset preservation, and tax planning.
Joint Tenancy: out of the frying pan, into the fire
Probate is generally a very good thing to avoid. Joint tenancy is sometimes touted as a cheap and easy way to do this. However, it is not a "fix" that… Read More »