People who take advantage of other people have always been around. They always have been and it seems like they always will be. It’s sad, but also true and so we have to keep an eye out. The elder abuse facts in the country are upsetting. These people are part...
When a person goes through a conservatorship, this means that there is a court case happening where a responsible party is put in place to take care of another who is incapable of taking care of themselves or of their money. This breakdown might make it a little...
Everyone prepares for end of life decisions differently. While some people, no matter their age, will never take time to create a will and power of attorney, others see this as a priority that needs to be completed early and updated often. Statistics indicate that...
After a lifetime of hard work, seniors should not have to constantly worry over the security of their assets. Unfortunately though, there are many who capitalize on others’ old age and financially exploit them. A 2011 MetLife Mature Market Institute study found that...
Estate planning can be a complex process but it is essential in protecting one’s assets. After a lifetime of hard work, the last thing anyone would want is for it to fall into the wrong hands or be wasted on unnecessary expenses. Fortunately, this is the exact...
Far too many people overlook the importance of having an estate plan in place. After one’s passing, the lack of any designations for assets can have a negative ripple effect that can even travel down to family members and loved ones. This may become far more...
Everyday life is full of stress and distractions that take up most of people’s time and energy. However, it’s vitally important to take some time to prepare for the future. While it may not be the most positive subject, preparing an estate plan can have...
As more financial operations are being transmitted digitally and data is stored online, the number of financial fraud cases continues to rise. While anyone can find themselves on the receiving end of financial exploitation, one demographic that seems to be far more...
Most people’s everyday lives are so hectic and distracting that it is easy to to overlook the need for estate planning. Without a plan in place, there is no way for the individual to know that their assets will be handled in the manner that they would choose. It...
With the modern technological age came the ability to store and transfer money on a completely digital platform, and people are jumping on this easy to use tool. Unfortunately, what they may not realize is how much more vulnerable their money and personal information...
