By: Valerie Hollar, Drafting Paralegal [Estate Planning] Summary: This blog post, “Estate Planning for All Seasons of Life,” is a comprehensive guide to proactive planning. It addresses the unique estate planning considerations for every stage, including graduates, newlyweds, and retirees. Learn about key documents like wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to ensure peace of mind for you and your … Read More
Family Reunions: A Catalyst for Estate Planning
By: Samantha Banks, Attorney at Law [Family Reunions] Summary: Family reunions, despite their potential for chaos, often serve as a surprising catalyst for estate planning. These gatherings offer a unique chance to observe shifts in family dynamics and facilitate important conversations about long-term care or business succession. They also bring to light changes in family structure, like new marriages or … Read More
Securing Your Future: The Importance of Estate Planning for Every Stage of Life
Summary: Contrary to popular belief, estate planning isn’t just for the elderly or wealthy; it’s essential for everyone over 18, especially families, to address unexpected events like medical emergencies or incapacity. This blog highlights the importance of having a plan in place to protect loved ones and preserve relationships, and invites readers to a workshop to learn more. According to … Read More
The Perfect Time to Get Your Estate Plan In Order
Summary: Life gets hectic, and it’s easy to push estate planning to the back burner, but Indiana Estate and Elder Law reminds us that putting it off can create unnecessary stress and complications for your loved ones. They encourage you to overcome common hurdles like lack of time, fear of mortality, and feeling overwhelmed by seeking professional guidance and taking … Read More
The Importance of Creating an Estate Plan
Summary: Planning your estate is a thoughtful act for your family, easing their burden during a difficult time, and it’s something everyone should consider, not just the wealthy. “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” How many times have we heard these familiar words of Benjamin Franklin? In all aspects of our lives, plans are a necessary course … Read More