As much as possible, we want our debts to be minimal, if not nonexistent. However, certain circumstances in our lives force us to avail of loans, whether to pay for college tuition or cover medical expenses. Fortunately, it is a burden that your loved ones do not have...
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Estate Planning & Elder Law
Do I need a power of attorney?
Your estate plan may include some key details about what will happen to your assets after you pass away. For instance, after probate, your assets will very likely be distributed to family, friends and loved ones by your designated executor. If you have children, then...
2 ways advance Medicaid planning protects your assets
Ideally, you won't require Medicaid healthcare coverage as you age. You will have enough in savings to cover your basic cost-of-living expenses, and your health will remain strong enough that Medicare coverage will be sufficient. Many people will find Medicare...
Elderly parents and the elephant in the room
A great number of adults worry about the pitfalls their elderly parents face when they continue to live independently in their own homes. Penn State University researchers conducted a study and learned that 77% of adults with living parents perceive their refusal to...
3 red flags to watch out for when seeking nursing home care
When an elderly loved one needs nursing home care, it’s important to find a facility that offers the support that they need. Nursing home facilities should provide appropriate health care to all of their residents, including those with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease...
Don’t let hesitancy get in the way of estate planning
Considering what will happen in the event of your death or incapacitation can be a daunting prospect. Nonetheless, ensuring that your wishes are honored offers peace of mind to both you and your family. Given the importance of estate planning, it may come as a...
Estate planning in your 30s: What should you expect?
There are plenty of reasons why you should start the estate planning process in your 30s. If you’ve recently gotten married or you just had your first child, those are just two major events that should spur you into making an estate plan. When you start working on...
Can you ask the Ohio courts for a guardianship over your parent?
Maybe the doctor recently diagnosed your dad with Alzheimer's disease. Perhaps your mom is on the brink of eviction because she has repeatedly forgotten to pay her rent despite receiving her Social Security payments every month. It can be hard to accept the fact that...
Estate planning documents to update after a divorce in Ohio
Going through a divorce can bring about changes to every aspect of your life, including your estate plan. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize that they need to make changes to the documents in their estate plans once their marriages end, which opens the door for...
The benefits of estate planning for couples
While it is encouraged that everyone has an estate plan in place, the option also exists for couples to create such a plan together. Estate planning has multiple benefits, including tax-related perks. These advantages are just part of why it is such a good idea for...