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Who Should Get A Copy Of A Will?
When a loved one passes, a legally valid and updated will helps to convey their final wishes. As one of the most important yet basic of estate planning tasks, it provides an inventory of all their property and assets and dictates how these should be distributed to beneficiaries. Who should get a copy of… Read More »
Five Ways To Protect Your Assets In 2021
Between the serious personal and financial impacts many people suffered as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the contentious political issues that regularly dominated the headlines, most of us were relieved to see 2020 come to a close. Unfortunately, the new year appears to be off to a rocky start as well. Security… Read More »
What Is A Guardianship and When Is It Needed?
A guardianship is a court order granting one person the power to care for and make decisions on behalf of another. It can be a useful tool in protecting children and adults with serious developmental disabilities. However, when used in cases involving older adults or people who suffer unexpected illnesses or injuries, there are… Read More »
Four Gifts To Give Older Adult Loved Ones (That Can’t Be Bought In A Store)
Finding something for older adult loved ones can be challenging. They often have what they need, which rules out adding another item of clothing or a trinket to their collection as an option. As experienced Bronx & New Rochelle Medicaid & nursing attorneys, part of our job is to address the needs of older… Read More »
Estate Planning Tasks To Protect Your Small Business In The New Year
Running your own small business may have been a lifelong dream but it comes with numerous risks and responsibilities. As the current COVID-19 pandemic helps illustrate, financial problems, fluctuations in the market, health issues, and other unexpected situations can easily arise, jeopardizing both the time and money you have invested. While you may not… Read More »
How The COVID-19 Pandemic Has Changed Estate Planning
While most of us are eager to put 2020 behind us, COVID-19 is likely to continue to dominate our lives and daily activities going into 2021. The pandemic has resulted in major impacts on how we work, educate ourselves and our children, enjoy recreational activities, and visit with friends or family members. It has… Read More »
Is This A Good Time To Buy A Home?
Rumors of a real estate market boom have many people wondering if now is the right time to either buy their first home or to upgrade their current housing. While staying up on the news and taking advantage of the latest trends can help you make the most of your purchasing dollars, our Bronx… Read More »
Five Advantages To Creating A Trust
Regardless of age, income, or the amount of assets you possess, a trust can play an important role in estate planning and is something everyone should consider. There are five main advantages in creating a trust, all of which can help to protect both you and your loved ones. What A Trust Can Do… Read More »
Estate Planning For Parents Of Special Needs
As a parent, it is natural to have concerns about how your children would be provided for in the event anything happened to you. This is particularly true for parents of children with special needs. The following explores some of the options available in terms of estate planning that can help protect their financial… Read More »
Holiday To-Do Estate Planning Checklist To Protect Yourself And Your Loved Ones
While the situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic will require extra precautions, there are still ways to get together safely with the ones you love. These gatherings provide an important opportunity to reflect on changes in family situations. This can help in completing important estate planning tasks, ensuring you and your loved ones are protected…. Read More »