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3 Real-life Examples of Important Asset Protection

by David Edwards | Apr 18, 2022 | Asset Protection, Elder Care Advising

We’ve previously talked about asset protection, but before we jump into some real-life examples, let’s review: Asset protection is simply protecting the things you own. This could be your house, your savings accounts, your IRAs, farmland, etc. Life is unpredictable,...
Should I Buy Long-term Care Insurance?

Should I Buy Long-term Care Insurance?

by David Edwards | Mar 26, 2019 | Elder Care Advising, EP-LongTermCarePage, Nursing Home

The outrageous cost of care is one of the biggest risks to those getting older. This question looms large in the mind of many who are of retirement age… How will I (we) pay for care costs? And many clients ask us… Should we buy long-term care insurance?...
Who Needs a Life Care Plan?

Who Needs a Life Care Plan?

by David Edwards | Aug 29, 2018 | EC-MedicarePage, Elder Care Advising, Estate Planning

In a recent blog post, we talked about the challenges that our extended lifespan creates these days. Because people are living into their 80’s and 90’s on a regular basis, this creates financial, physical, medical and emotional struggles. Seeing families...
Asset Protection and the $54 Million Pair of Pants: What One Lawsuit Teaches About Protecting Your Family’s Inheritance

Asset Protection and the $54 Million Pair of Pants: What One Lawsuit Teaches About Protecting Your Family’s Inheritance

by David Edwards | Feb 24, 2026 | Asset Protection

“After 2 years in court, I realized we could lose everything we had worked for…I felt heartbroken and overwhelmed.” If you’ve heard us talk about asset protection before, you know we’re not usually talking about the ultra‑wealthy with private jets and offshore...
The Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing: Why Waiting to Plan Could Cost Your Family Everything

The Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing: Why Waiting to Plan Could Cost Your Family Everything

by David Edwards | Jan 5, 2026 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising

Why Waiting to Plan Is So Costly Delaying estate and elder care planning almost always leads to higher taxes, legal fees, family conflict, and emotional stress. High-profile cases like Prince, Aretha Franklin, and Stan Lee show how even wealthy, successful people can...
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