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Legal

As if caregiving and growing older doesn’t already provide additional things to be thinking about, the idea of legalities crops up. No one really enjoys talking about this stuff but we will try and make it easier. We want to empower both caregivers and seniors to take charge and feel good about the decisions they have made or need to make.

Asking someone to serve as your executor is a vital part of estate planning, but it’s not an easy topic to discuss. Too often, people put off these conversations and when they finally happen, many ask a loved one...
Sadly, the most common reason to liquidate a home is the passing of a loved one. There are no words to describe the pain of loss, or the overwhelming stress caused by dealing with the final affairs. The responsibility...
Nursing homes are facilities where elderly or disabled individuals receive care when their families can't provide it. But do they really get the care they deserve?  Being home to almost thousands of older adults, at times, they are the breeding...
Everyone expects to receive the highest level of care when they go to the doctor or are in hospital, but this does not always happen. Sometimes, clinical negligence can occur and the impact of this can be incredibly serious....
It doesn’t matter if you’re going through a divorce, you fell over at the store, or you have been in an accident at work; when it comes to legal matters, choosing the right attorney is essential. A skilled attorney...
Filing for divorce can be difficult at any stage in life. However, there are additional factors to consider for those going through, what is known as a, ‘grey divorce’ and approaching retirement age.  In this article, we’ll be exploring what...
We all want to leave our loved ones with a sizable inheritance if we can.  We often spend hours combing through the best life insurance and death benefit policies.  We meet with lawyers and accountants to find the best...
Tax season is here. Some seniors have their income tax prepared by a tax preparation company For those who do their own taxes make sure you don’t miss any deductions. Using tax software can help but check to see...
The option of completing a will on the internet provides convenience and security. For seniors, UK online wills make it easier to draw up their testament without having to travel. With the services of a professional and an experienced...
Many people are told to “Have an estate sale” and some people are horrified at the thought of having 100s of strangers walking through the family home. Is an estate sale a good idea? I just read about a lady...