What steps should you take to ensure all important items have been addressed by you before you die.
Updated August 2026 Talking about death and what should happen after we die can be difficult. For many families, it is a subject that rarely comes up until circumstances force the conversation. It doesn’t have to be that way. Talking about your wishes while you’re healthy gives everyone time to listen, ask questions and understand … Continue reading What Should I Say
When you work on your will and plan your estate, you plan with rose colored glasses. If you have more than one child this could be catastrophic to the relationship between your children when you are gone. Do not plan as if everything will be ok. It will not be. Instead, plan your Will as … Continue reading Planning your estate
This was shocking. My good friend, Pam, just retired from the Johns Hopkins Hospital. She and her husband were going to enjoy their retirement together. They went on vacation to Las Vegas, came back and her husband was not feeling himself. He went to the doctor, had some tests done and the doctors said he … Continue reading You just never know when the end will come.
It is unbelievable isn’t it? First we find out that Prince has died unexpectedly. Now we find out that he died without a will. He has now left it up to his loved ones to determine what to do with this stuff. Don’t leave such a burden for your loved ones. Be sure to fill … Continue reading Do not make a mistake a like Prince
Over the years my husband and I have been left with the responsibility of cleaning out the homes of our deceased love ones. In all cases it was a daunting task. But, it needed to be done to prepare the real estate for sale to settle the deceased’s estate. So much stuff. So much stuff … Continue reading Oh The Clutter! Don’t Leave It To Your Love Ones!
How did you feel when your parents talked to you about their death? I remember when my mom and dad wanted to talk about their death. I avoided the conversation. I changed the topic or left the room. It was too uncomfortable and I did not want to think about my parents dying. This is … Continue reading What to Say
Updated August 2026 Do I need an attorney to create my will? Not necessarily. Many people with straightforward circumstances can prepare a basic will without having an attorney draft it. However, wills are governed by state law, and the requirements for properly signing and witnessing a will can vary. Your personal circumstances can also make … Continue reading FAQ’S Frequently Asked Questions
Why now start planning for my end of life now? you may ask. What better time for me? My 60th birthday is on the horizon and is just a few weeks away. As I look ahead to my 6th decade I can’t help but feel it will be my decade of major changes. Factors include … Continue reading Why Start Planning for End Of Life Now ?
Whom should I appoint as executor? When choosing an executor, if their is a lawyer or business person in the family, the first inclination is to choose that person as the executor. This is not always a wise choice. Why? They may be quite busy with work and not able to focus on the duties … Continue reading How to choose an executor for your estate
Updated August 2026 It is easy to put off making a will. Most of us don’t like thinking about our own death, and we may assume that if something happens to us, our family will know what to do. But will they? If you die without a will, state law — not you — generally … Continue reading Do I Need A Will?