“There are many frequently perpetuated myths about wills and trusts circulating around. It is important to make sure that you have your facts straight.” It can be tough to decipher all of the requirements and rules in estate planning documents, along with the probate process. If you can't ...

“Almost $7,000 a year. That's what the average American family caregiver spends each year on household, medical and other expenses for a loved one.” The annual costs of elder care crosses generations, according to a recent CBS MoneyWatch article entitled “How to ease the pain of paying for...

When actress Mary Tyler Moore was told she had diabetes, her doctors gave her a 50-50 shot at living another 35 years. A recent Trust Advisor's article discusses how the actress overcame those odds by more than 10 years, described in “Mary Tyler Moore: Will Charities or Estranged Relatives Inhe...

“Death is not something people want to talk about. And that is probably one of the reasons so many people do not have an estate plan, or even a will.” As icky as it can be to think about your own death, estate planning attorneys will tell you that it's imperative to protect your family and your ...

“In an ideal world, your final wishes would remain just that: final. But in reality, dissatisfied heirs might look for any opportunity to grab what they feel they deserve.” With people living longer, things can be messier. There's more time for a second marriage, more time for assets to accumula...