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Two Types of Asset Organization Mistakes (And How to Avoid Heartache)
Key Takeaways Asset organization is crucial—forgetting key details or mismatching legal documents can cause hardship for your family. The two biggest mistakes: 1) not keeping an updated, detailed master list; 2) letting your accounts/titles/plans drift out of sync...
Is There Really a “Reading of the Will”? What Actually Happens After Someone Dies?
People often ask us, “When do we have the reading of the Will?” That’s understandable, because for decades, movies and TV shows have shown dramatic “Will readings” where families gather in a lawyer’s office for a big reveal. Think Knives Out – the millionaire leaves...
3 Medicaid Myths that Could Cost Your Family
Those of us who are entering our senior years (or who love someone who is) are used to hearing about Medicare, the program that offers healthcare to those over 65. Many of us are knowledgeable about the details and benefits of Medicare; we are familiar with how it...
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How to Get Started Allowing Hunting on Private Property
Hunting has long been a cherished tradition and recreational activity for many individuals. Understanding the requirements and options for hunters is crucial, whether you're experienced or just starting out. In Illinois, prospective hunters need a hunting license,...
How to Plan for Aging: A Local Event in Montgomery County
On Thursday, April 27, 2023, Edwards Group Elder Care Director Melissa Coulter and Elder Care New Client Specialist Audri Richard spoke to a crowd of over 60 people at The Event Center of Montgomery County in Hillsboro, Illinois. The event, titled "Protect Your Life...
Benefits of Edwards Group’s Dynasty Membership
Life comes at you fast and plans need to be kept up to date. Take the guesswork out of planning and preparing for changes in family, financial, legal, or tax laws. With the Edwards Group Dynasty Membership, we take responsibility for your updates. At Edwards...
Caring for Your Aging Parents
As an adult you will find yourself at some point caring for you aging parents. This change in your relationship can be a difficult task to cope with, but Edwards Group is here to help. While there are plenty of resources available, the problem is finding them. To...
Effective Tools for Estate Planning: Dynasty Membership
Edwards Group has many useful tools in its so-called toolbox to help you effectively plan. One of these tools is our Dynasty Membership. Much like protecting other big investments in your life, like changing the oil in your car or replacing the roof on your house,...
IMPORTANT info for Veterans and their Spouses
Do you know anyone who is a veteran? Are they over the age of 65, and did they serve during wartime (World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Gulf War)? If they are struggling with the challenges of aging – activities of daily living, living independently, grappling with the...
How to Save the Family Farm from Nursing Home Costs
Family farming revolves around the land. Farmland is often passed down from generation to generation. The assets, skills, and work ethic that have been poured into the farm are the family's legacy. The act of passing on the land to one's children is a rite of passage...
What happens during an Elder Care Consultation?
Trying to figure out what to do as a loved one faces the challenges of aging can be daunting and overwhelming. That's why Edwards Group created Elder Care Advisors to help families make the best financial, legal, and care decisions possible. You don't have to walk...
Long-term Care Planning and Why It Matters: 6 Goals of Planning
Why Should I Plan for Long-term Care? I know from experience that everyone who comes into our office has goals and expectations that they bring along with them when it comes to long-term care planning. But did you know that we have goals for each of our clients as...
What Do Estate Planning and Elder Care Have to Do With Each Other?
First, what’s the difference between Estate Planning and Elder Care? Estate planning and elder care/elder law are two areas of legal practice that are often under the same umbrella, but there are important differences between them. Many times these two concepts are...