Are you in the “sandwich generation” (someone who is caring for both your children as well as your parents simultaneously)? If this is you, then you need to know whether or not your parents have an estate plan. So, ask yourself, “do your parents have an estate plan?”

If you are like most people, you probably do not know. And, the thought of speaking with your parents about their finances and estate planning probably makes you want to run as fast as you can in the opposite direction. Nonetheless, having this conversation is the key to helping make sure your parents are able to live their golden years without financial worries and that their wishes are carried out after their death.

It’s that time of year – the time for beautiful weddings, fun receptions, delicious cakes, special gifts, and romantic honeymoons. While this is a joyous time for everyone, it’s also time for you and your new spouse to plan for your future – for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health. Don’t forget your estate plan!

Yes, you can save money by using do it yourself on-line forms to create your legal documents. But, should you? If you are not a lawyer, preparing do it yourself legal documents can be very costly when the time comes for those documents to be used. So, beware of on-line legal documents.

Is writing your own will a good idea? Sure, you can save money by doing it yourself. But, the better question is, is it worth it to save money by not working with a skilled estate planning attorney to create your will? Yes, do it yourself wills may seem like a good idea. But, before you rush out and write your own will, take some time to read this article. Learn some of the do it yourself will problems that may occur. And, you just may change your mind.

Has your life changed since you created your estate plan? Worried if your current plan still meets. your needs? Is this causing you stress? Learn how to stress test your estate plan.

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