Checklists are a part of life. The average Colorado family has a checklist for the grocery store, the daily chores and even packing when preparing for vacation. Checklists should also be a part of preparing for one's future. As such, an estate planning checklist can...
Some senior citizens require guardianship, so someone with proper mental faculties must take over decision-making tasks regarding the person's finances and health. Unfortunately, not everyone who signs up to be a guardian is trustworthy. There are many cases of people...
All Colorado families are different. Some families are traditional and have a mom, dad and two kids; other families feature only one parent with one or more kids. Regardless of the family structure, concerned parents plan for their children's well-being. When children...
The snow is starting to melt, flowers are beginning to bloom and kids are ready to play in the warmer weather. As spring kicks in, many Colorado families adhere to the yearly ritual of spring cleaning the house and yard. In addition to this ritual, it is also a good...
When they hear the term "estate planning," many people conjure images of wealthy families leaving vast inheritances and property to their children. However, estate planning is not just for the wealthy. Everyone can benefit from a comprehensive estate plan and the...
For many in Colorado, the thought of declining health as they age can be frightening. Along with the uncertainty that an illness brings, there is the ever-increasing cost of health care, especially long-term care. When seniors consider their need for care services,...
Taking care of loved ones is often a primary concern in planning for the future. As a part of this process, some Colorado residents want to make sure that their assets are passed on without the headache or expense often associated with probate. Thus, they establish a...
Accepting the fact that one of your parents may fare better in a nursing home or continuing care facility can be tough, and the process of finding that ideal assisted living situation often proves to be, as well. When you place your loved in in a residential home,...
As the Colorado resident ages, it is possible that he or she will require care that loved ones are not able to provide. When this happens, it is likely that the individual will need to be placed in a nursing home. While this may be what is best for all involved,...
Planning for the future is an important part of the average Colorado family's routine. As a part of financial planning, the family often funds investment accounts, makes prudent financial decisions and establishes an estate plan. Yet, in spite of this essential...