Discovering that an elderly loved one is being financially abused sometimes does not occur until it is too late. The abuser has already done significant damage, stealing possessions and cleaning out bank accounts.
Know the warning signs of elder financial abuse
Can pets be part of an estate plan?
Pets have evolved from loyal companions to “furry children.” More and more owners consider them as actual members of their family. Over the past few years, divorce laws incorporated “pet custody” into marital dissolution agreements.
You don't have to be rich to have an estate plan
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The growing need to protect a growing senior population
The population of older, wealthier people continues to increase. That growth coincides with people looking to exploit the vulnerabilities that come with advanced age. Yet, financial exploitation continues to be overlooked and unreported. The problem is only getting worse with a national government lacking a formal system for complaints and much-needed interventions.
