As the Pennsylvania parent of a child with a disability, you may be wondering how to maximize what you leave your child without having those assets impact his or her eligibility for government benefits. Many parents facing similar circumstances get around assets...
What should I know about contesting a will?
Ideally, when someone close to you dies, the estate goes smoothly through probate and there are no issues. However, if you have concerns about the estate documents and their validity, you may feel the need to contest. Contesting a will requires a formal objection...
Can family discussion prevent discord after your death?
Planning your estate is a personal matter, no doubt, but you can benefit from discussing your end-of-life wishes with your family in Pennsylvania. Involving the people you care most about in the process of coordinating your estate can encourage mutual understanding...
Estate planning for second marriages: 3 considerations
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 17% of people in the United States who lose a spouse from death or divorce eventually remarry. The rate of both divorces and remarriages has risen for those age 55 and older over the past seven years, while each has dropped for...
What does it mean to have Part A, B, C or D Medicare?
Having Medicare in Pennsylvania can help you get the coverage you need for a crisis or medical necessity, but it may not cover everything. Supplemental care, copays, prescriptions and the like may require additional steps. As the Pennsylvania Insurance Department...
Do I need a power of attorney if I have a living will?
When planning your estate in Pennsylvania, a living will is an essential tool to plan decisions about your health care and finances. But even a living will cannot anticipate all of the situations that may arise. For that reason, it is a good idea to also establish a...
What are some elements that go into a special needs trust?
A special needs trust can provide instructions in caring for your disabled child's legal, medical and financial requirements. Whether your beneficiary is a minor or an adult, his or her particular needs determine which elements you need to include. In the event of a...
Provide for your own needs with a living will
When you think about estate planning, you might think primarily about wills and trusts that distribute your property and provide for the needs of your loved ones after you pass away. Though you are right to concern yourself with the needs of your family following your...
Why should I create a living trust for my assets?
When it comes to drafting a will, knowing that your assets and loved ones will be taken care of can bring you significant peace of mind. And while there are many viable reasons for drafting a will, there are other means of protecting your assets and properties as...
Why you should revisit your estate plan amid divorce
Many people decide to give their spouses large roles in their estate plans, and with good reason. A marriage requires a strong degree of trust, so you may trust your spouse more than others when it comes to making decisions about your health, wealth and other affairs....
