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Ask the Expert: My Spouse is Starting to Forget Things. When Is It Too Late to Get Estate Planning Documents?
Capacity is the cornerstone of estate planning. Learn why acting early protects your wishes, avoids legal hurdles, and gives peace of mind to your loved ones.
The Power, and Peril, of Powers of Attorney
Powers of Attorney can protect your interests or put them at risk. Learn the differences between Health Care and Durable POAs, and how to choose a trustworthy agent.
What is Elder Law?
Learn how elder law helps older adults and their families with estate planning, long-term care, guardianship, and protection from exploitation.
Plan for When You Need Help as You Age
Planning for potential incapacity is just as important as estate planning. A Durable Power of Attorney for Finances and a Healthcare Power of Attorney ensure your affairs are managed according to your wishes if you become unable to make decisions. Consulting an elder law attorney helps protect your assets, reduce family stress, and provide peace of mind for the future.
Protect Your Assets!
Asset protection is essential for securing your financial future. From life insurance to liability coverage and estate planning, understanding your risks helps safeguard what you’ve worked hard to build. Evaluating insurance policies, reviewing asset titling, and ensuring legal protections are in place can prevent financial loss and provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Have You Had “The Talk?”
Having “the talk” with aging parents about end-of-life planning can be difficult, but it’s essential. Addressing topics like healthcare, financial arrangements, and living preferences ensures their wishes are honored and avoids stress during crises. While these conversations may be met with resistance, taking the time to discuss and document important decisions provides peace of mind for both parents and children.
What is your exit plan?
Preparing your financial and personal legacy is a gift to your loved ones. Certified financial planner Debra L. Nelson shares why organizing your affairs now can provide peace of mind for the future.
Estate Administration in South Carolina
Managing a loved one’s estate can be overwhelming. Learn about estate administration in South Carolina, including summary, normal, and contested proceedings, with insights from Judge Irv Condon.
TRUST ME, EVERYONE NEEDS A TRUST AND A WILL
By Irv Condon, Probate Judge for Charleston County and Dena Byrum, Judicial Law Clerk Introduction Proper estate planning involves a… Read more »
