by David Edwards | Aug 10, 2020 | Asset Protection, Counseling, not Documents, Death of a Loved One, Do you need a lawyer?, End of Life
It may be hard to believe, but when a husband (or wife) dies, there are plenty of people there to take advantage of the situation. A recent article in a national newspaper column highlighted this risk with a local Springfield woman. Trustworthy helpers are vitally...
by David Edwards | Jul 26, 2020 | Asset Protection, College Financial Aid, Cost of Poor Planning, Death of a Loved One, Divorce Risks, For Your Kids, Grandchildren, Marriage & Remarriage, Parents, Wills and Trusts
Women today have many unique situations that require special treatment when it comes to estate planning. Well, maybe not special treatment, but women need to take extra care that they are protected through good planning. Here are some examples: Young mom stays home...
by David Edwards | Mar 6, 2020 | Death of a Loved One, Do you need a lawyer?, Popular, Probate
After losing a loved one, many people ask the question, “Do I need to hire an attorney?”That depends — do you know what needs to be done? Are you having problems transferring assets? If everything is in joint tenancy – meaning the survivor becomes the...
by David Edwards | Mar 5, 2020 | Death of a Loved One, EP-ProbatePage, Home, Probate
Being an executor is a big responsibility. One that requires great integrity and diligence. Many people will only experience this role once or twice in their life, and it can be a bit daunting. Here are 7 things for you to consider prior to the funeral: What were the...
by David Edwards | Jun 24, 2019 | Death of a Loved One, End of Life
Our clients often come to us as a resource for questions not related to estate planning, and we are more than happy to help when they do. “What happens when a loved one dies in my home?” Like we said, sometimes our clients call us with questions that...
by David Edwards | Oct 4, 2016 | Aging Parents, Cost of Poor Planning, Death of a Loved One
Suddenly, She Was Gone Recently, I (David) was in the airport, waiting on a flight when a fellow passenger opened up and told me his story. After being married for over 50 years, he had recently lost his wife. She was having a routine heart procedure and things went...