You Don’t Need to Be Rich: 6 Reasons Why a Trust Fund is for Anyone

Trusts

Most of us, when we hear the words “trust fund”, we roll our eyes—but should we? Hollywood soap operas have for decades portrayed trust funds as a haven for only the children of the wealthiest families. You’ll be happy to know that the reality is far different from...

4 Legal Steps to Take in the Early Stages of Alzheimer’s

Aging Parents

The challenges of Alzheimer’s disease are becoming more and more familiar to millions of Americans. Its direct cause yet a mystery to medical science, the disease seemingly strikes at random with no regard for intelligence or accomplishment, wealth or generosity. For...

Keep the “Gold” in Your Golden Years with these 6 Ways to Save on Long-Term Care Insurance

Longevity Planning

For many of us, living into our Golden Years will require no small amount of, well, gold. A recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services found that a full 70% of those reaching the age of 65 this year will require some amount of long-term care...

Getting Estate Planning Off Your To-Do List

Estate Planning for Families

I will admit it: sometimes, it’s hard to follow through on all our good intentions. Whether you pick up a nice slice of cake on a tough day, guiltily savor a fizzy, sugary soda, or have to drop a coin in the curse jar, forgive yourself and don’t let the indiscretion...

Make Sure You Ask Yourself These 7 Questions Before Giving to Your Grandchildren

Gifting Strategies

Grandchildren are a blessing. The joy they bring to the lives of their grandparents is immeasurable–all the more so for the fact that all hard work is left to their parents! Whether you have grandchildren now or are preparing to welcome them into the family,...