Insights for Estate Planning
Estate Planning - Young Adults are Savvy!
The young folks in America do not seem to believe the misconception that estate planning is for the old and wealthy.
Downsizing the Family Home - 6 Tips for Happy Outcomes
Do you need help figuring out how to move forward with downsizing? Here are 6 simple tips to help with the task.
Millennials - the New Caregivers
Supporting someone through finances, daily chores, transportation, health regimes, and emotional encouragement all constitute care.
5 Tips to Avoid Estate Planning Mistakes
While each estate plan is variable, most estate planning mistakes fall into consistent patterns that can be avoided with some care and good counsel.
Maximizing Social Security Retirement Benefits for Married Baby Boomers
For the next few years, an average of more than 10,000 boomers per month will turn 65.
3 Essential Legal Documents for Young Adults
What are the legal documents you should have in place when you turn eighteen?
What are Durable Powers of Attorney?
People often hear the term Power of Attorney, but may not understand what protection and benefits this legal document provides in the the case of life and estate planning.
When Is a Trust Needed?
There are several circumstances when a trust might be the best tool for managing an inheritance.
Essential Documents for Seniors
As you or someone you care for ages, you’ll want to organize essential documents that need to be on hand for upcoming financial and health decisions.
What is Non-Titled Property in Estate Planning?
In estate planning, often we often focus on large, high-value items, such as houses, vehicles, and accounts. However, it is essential that you also consider what will happen with your non-titled property.
Green Burial Comes to the Piedmont!
It is undeniable that going “green” is trending these days. From the rise of electric cars to the emergence of home biogas digesters, consumers want to feel like they are reducing their environmental impact and taking care of the earth.
Fighting Fraud
Did you know that the average American gets 3-4 spam calls a day? No wonder most of us will not answer calls from unknown numbers anymore! It is just one indication of the unfortunate reality that scams are on the rise.
Alternatives to Guardianship - What you need to know in NC
Sometimes we can worry about balancing dependence and security for those we love. This might be an aging parent, an elderly neighbor with memory issues or a special needs child. In such cases, people might consider a legal option for supporting such individuals with a tool called Guardianship.
What is Probate? We Can Talk About It!
Probate seems to be one of those words that strike anxiety and confusion. But read on because knowledge is power!
Mighty Women - Guardians of the Estate!
Why is Estate Planning absolutely crucial for women in particular? For many reasons!
Social Security Benefits & Estate Planning
One thing most Americans agree on is how important Social Security can be for retirees.
Spring Cleaning for Seniors - Rejuvenate!
We all need a fresh start. Spring sunshine and open windows welcome a good clean-out and re-visioning of our living spaces.
Re-Imagining Dementia
People often talk about dementia in terms of loss. Loss of memory. Loss of cognition. The fear of losing someone close to us… while their physical presence is still with us. Some dementia advocates and artists are pointing us towards a new perspective.