What Do Elder Law Attorneys Do?
Elder law attorneys can help with a long list of legal matters that seniors often face…
Ethan Huizenga
November 16, 2021
How Should I Take Care of My Aging Parent?
As a large portion of the U.S. population grows older and life expectancy continues to increase, many caregivers in their 40s and 50s are finding themselves a part of the “sandwich” generation, or those who are often caring for both their children and their aging parents.
Ethan Huizenga
November 15, 2021
What’s the Difference between a Conservatorship and a Guardianship?
The conservator is court appointed and may be responsible for financial decisions, such as retirement planning, the purchase or sale of property and the movement of any other financial assets.
Ethan Huizenga
October 14, 2021
What Should Women Know about Long-Term Care?
Women face unique challenges as they age. According to the Population Reference Bureau, a Washington-based think tank, women live about seven years more than men. Living longer means planning for a longer retirement.
Ethan Huizenga
October 1, 2021
Does Estate Planning Vary by State?
Whether you’ve recently moved to Florida or are a ‘snowbird’ with Florida residency, there are important reasons to consider updating your estate plan.
Ethan Huizenga
August 12, 2021
7 Steps to a Successful Estate Plan
Your estate plan is much more likely to be successful, when you recognize and avoid the most common mistakes and take some key actions that often are overlooked.
Ethan Huizenga
July 29, 2021
Estate Planning Challenges in Blended Families
We have seen some step siblings able to all get along fine but they seem to be the exception. More likely, one sibling feels divided loyalty to the birth parent, not the step-parent.
Ethan Huizenga
July 26, 2021
Donating Can Reduce Estate Taxes
Increasing tax changes for the wealthy are coming, and motivation to find ways to protect the wealth is getting increased attention, according to a recent article from CNBC entitled “Here’s how to reduce exposure to tax increases with charitable contributions.” Charitable remainder trusts (CRTs) and Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are options for people who are…
Ethan Huizenga
July 7, 2021
What Is a Holistic Estate Plan?
No one can predict the future—and navigating that reality is precisely what makes estate planning so complicated.
Ethan Huizenga
May 19, 2021
What Is the Purpose of an Estate Plan?
You can reduce stress and expenses for yourself and your family, if you develop an estate plan that includes these important documents.
Ethan Huizenga
May 18, 2021