Articles, tagged with "durable power of attorney", page 2
03rd September 2010
We often hear that "avoiding probate" is a good thing and in most cases the statement is true. The probate that is "avoided" is usually post-death probate. Many people use revocable and irrevocable trusts or joint-asset and "transfer on death" planning in...
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Author:
JohnMacDonald
26th August 2010
During our lives we find out about how critical it is to preserve money. It helps to have a savings or cushion to fall back on when rough times hit us. A living trust is utilized to maintain any real estate or assets that you have stable and to pass them ...
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Author:
nlwest21
22nd August 2010
Revocable living trusts have become an increasingly popular option in estate planning for many reasons including flexibility and potential savings. However, as with anything of this nature, there are some misconceptions about revocable living trusts which...
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Author:
Andre Savoie,
05th August 2010
Ensuring that your retirement goes smoothly doesn't only require that you make excellent investments, make enough cash from them, and transfer your wealth and assets to beneficiaries or heirs when you pass on. You ought to also take into account what coul...
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Author:
Carina Smith
19th July 2010
Do you want to be sued for thousands and thousands of dollars after you have sent years caring for an elderly parent or relative?
What Could Happen
You know you did the work. You have taken your loved one (LO) to endless doctors' visits, prepare...
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Author:
Tom
24th June 2010
An effective estate plan is more than a decision on how to distribute your assets after death and should be developed at the law offices of a qualified estate planning attorney. A will is an important starting point in the process, but may not always be e...
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Author:
Nick Messe
05th May 2010
Planning for unfortunate events such as serious illness or injury is rarely on anyone's list of favorite pastimes. Sometimes, though, enduring the small discomfort that may accompany preparing for the unexpected will avoid untold anguish on the part of yo...
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Author:
timjhonson
04th May 2010
One of the most powerful tools is the use of power of attorney in connection to your real estate contract. But, you have to observe extra care to avoid potential downfalls. Real estate lawyers from Arizona provide common questions of business owners who a...
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Author:
James Kahn
01st April 2010
Power of attorney is a document that granted the authority from owner (principle) to any other person, to perform certain activities on his behalf. Power of attorney enabled that person to perform and handle specific business transactions on the behalf of...
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Author:
James Kahn
01st April 2010
Power of attorney is a document that granted the authority from owner (principle) to any other person, to perform certain activities on his behalf. Power of attorney enabled that person to perform and handle specific business transactions on the behalf of...
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Author:
James Kahn
11th March 2010
You can help determine what will happen by making your own arrangements in advance. Through estate planning, you can choose those who will care for you and your estate if you ever become unable to do so for yourself. Just make sure that your choices are d...
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Author:
swapnamanikssys
10th March 2010
Bankruptcy attorney Benjamin Ginter, who runs the Law Offices of Benjamin J. Ginter in Cranford, New Jersey and also does wills, talks here about what a living will really means.
Advance healthcare directives are written regarding your medical care. The...
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Author:
Dean Matthews
03rd March 2010
There are many instances when you will find out that you are being cheated by the attorney in fact or the agent. However you should know that the power of attorney can be revoked as well. As an owner you definitely are provided with the power to revoke th...
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Author:
James Kahn
17th February 2010
Covering Your Bases
A "durable" document can protect your assets if you lose competence
Your estate plan probably includes a will and life insurance. You may even have health care directives. But you might not have a power of attorney. Such a docume...
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Author:
rbuckner
12th February 2010
Will
You need a will. It will properly explain your wishes to everyone you leave behind, sparing your family emotional strain during an already difficult time. If you have children, a will is an absolute must. If you and your spouse were both to pass awa...
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Author:
Kevinn2233