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In the estate planning realm, power of attorney is among the simplest, most powerful, and most versatile instruments available. Simply put, a power of attorney allows you (the principal) to appoint someone else (the attorney...

Imagine this scenario: You are a teller at a bank and have been dealing with a particular customer (we’ll call her Jen) for several years. One day, instead of Jen coming in herself to take care of her banking needs, a...

A recent case from a neighboring state illustrates the importance of specificity in advance directives — as well as the importance of choosing a healthcare attorney in fact who will carry them out.  Lynne Chesley, an...

Elder planning is an essential component of the aging process. It is also one of the most important things you will ever do, as the decisions you make now can affect your medical care, financial standing, and quality of life...

Regardless of your age, financial status, or family makeup, power of attorney should be an essential component of your estate plan. Power of attorney allows one person (the principal) to delegate authority to another person...

One of the most important elements of estate planning is determining who you want to look after your affairs when you are no longer able to do so yourself. Most estate planners choose a power of attorney instrument for this...

The Millennial generation is the largest generation in the U.S., with a population of about 73 million. The generation encompasses individuals born between the years of 1981 and 1996, which now puts the oldest Millennials...

At first glance, life insurance may not seem related to the distribution of money and property in your estate plan. However, it can be an integral and important part of a well-drafted estate plan. In addition to providing a...

Research shows that roughly one in seven adults aged 65 or older will need long-term care at some point in their later years. Meanwhile, tens of millions of Baby Boomers in the United States are growing older and living...

For many, obituaries play an essential role in mourning. They notify community members of a person’s passing and pay tribute to their life. While the practice of sharing death notices originated in ancient Rome, modern...