If you haven’t done your estate planning yet, that’s understandable. Most people haven’t. Throwing age out entirely, studies have found that the majority of Americans have no plan -- despite generally acknowledging how important planning is and saying that they...
You know that your son needs around-the-clock care. For years, you and your spouse have provided it as much as you could and with a little help from others. Your son is severely disabled with limited physical and mental capacities, requiring a wheelchair and extra...
It is often difficult and stressful for people to consider their own eventual death and try to create an estate plan. Just needing to distribute your property to people can be a difficult series of decisions. If you have to worry about who will care for your children,...
Many New York families own significant assets and have one or more adult children who will receive an inheritance. The amounts bequeathed generally are significant but can have varying effects on the beneficiaries. That makes it important to discuss pending...
Many people consider estate planning to be a one-and-done task. They take the time to develop a comprehensive plan and then put it completely out of their minds. Unfortunately, significant life events necessitate a revision to one or more parts of the plan. While not...
Estate planning is a process that not only helps you leave behind instructions regarding who you want to inherit specific assets from your estate but that also helps you maximize the legacy that you leave for the people you love. One of the more pressing concerns for...
There may be some situations in which people think they need to contest a will in New York probate court. Contesting a will can be expensive and stressful, so people may want to avoid doing so unless it is absolutely necessary. However, if a person believes that a...
While it is always wise to seek the best deal available, there are times when spending a little more now can save you a lot of money and disappointment later. Estate planning is one of those times not to be pennywise and pound foolish. Here are a few reasons why...
While your medical practice may be based in New York today, there is no guarantee that you won't have to move in the future. Therefore, your will or living trust may need to be adjusted to account for the rules in a different state. Other major life events may make it...
When older adults reach retirement age, they automatically qualify for Medicare in most cases. Medicare is a critical social support that ensures that retired adults have access to high-quality medical care without substantial out-of-pocket costs or the need to pay a...
