Category Archives: Living Wills
Will vs. Trust: What is the Difference?
You may be thinking about starting your estate planning process but don’t know where to start. Should you create a will, trust, or both? What is the difference between the two? What if you do nothing? Both wills and trusts provide instructions on how to distribute assets and property to beneficiaries after death, but… Read More »
Hurricane Season is Upon Us: Why an Estate Plan Should be a Part of Your Storm Season Readiness
Living in Florida, it’s not a matter of if a hurricane will hit, it’s when. Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, and usually peaks in September. Weather experts are expecting the 2024 hurricane season to be busier than average. The Florida Division of Emergency Management reminds Florida residents to begin taking… Read More »
Tips for Having “The Talk” with Aging Parents
Talking about aging, loss of independence, and estate planning is difficult. These topics are emotional but are an essential conversation for every family. Unless you are certain your parents have an up-to-date estate plan for what should happen in the event of their incapacity or passing, you shouldn’t assume everything will be taken care… Read More »
Step-by-Step General Guide on What to Do When a Loved One First Passes Away: Entities to Contact
Coping with the loss of a loved one is challenging, especially when faced with the responsibility of ensuring their legal and financial matters are taken care of. Often, people are overwhelmed and unsure about the necessary steps to take. This may sound like a daunting process, so we have created a general checklist of… Read More »
CPR for the Elderly: Survival or Suffering?
The famous life-saving rescue technique, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), could be worse than death, especially for the elderly. The misconceptions surrounding the use of CPR stems from the unrealistic high success rate of CPR shown on television to add a heroic plot line. In reality, CPR may cause more harm than good, with an out-of-hospital… Read More »
Organ Donation Clauses in Estate Plans
If you are in the process of creating a living will as part of your estate plan, you probably have given ample thought about what end-of-life medical care you wish to receive. However, you might not have realized that you also need to think about what after-life medical care you want performed. Specifically, do… Read More »