Most people who are approaching retirement age are asking a similar question; what will it be like? Others assume that they'll take a couple of months off and then determine what happens from there. Somewhere between the fear about filling your days and lethargy may be the perfect opportunity for your retirement. It’s important to [...]
Everyone can benefit from the process of estate planning, but it’s more important for women than it is for men, frequently because many women do not think about the estate planning process. First of all, women tend to live longer and despite advances in gender equality in the United States, women still shoulder much [...]
It’s easy for someone young and relatively healthy to push off estate planning entirely, but this could be a huge mistake. Anyone who has recently graduated from high school or reached age 18 has a couple of critical decisions to make. What happens if this 18-year-old suddenly becomes incapacitated and is unable to make decisions [...]
In general, estate planning refers to all of the steps that a person takes to protect the assets they have worked so hard to build and identify a plan for distribution. Furthermore, the documentation used in the traditional estate planning process helps to articulate who you would like to make decisions on your behalf [...]
Most people understand the basic benefits of planning ahead for retirement, but they may not understand the specific cycles and important impacts of planning for retirement. The financial life cycle follows your general aging cycle and every decade it will play its part in your financial lifecycle. During your 20s, you'll be primarily focused on building [...]
Are you trying to determine the perfect time to retire? Many older people have difficulty figuring out when to leave their job at the ideal time to cash in on retirement benefits and maximize Social Security. It turns out that waiting a little bit longer could be better for your mental health. A new [...]
Are you concerned that a lawsuit or other threat could jeopardize your personal finances? While some people face a higher likelihood of an incident like this, everyone should be concerned about asset protection planning. Accomplishing asset protection planning is often successful after you consult with an attorney who has experience in this area. Holding [...]
What happens if you lose a job in your 30’s, 40’s, or 50’s? Doing so could impact your life significantly, it turns out. If you have multiple events, or income shocks, over the course of the critical years for your retirement savings, you could be facing challenges down the line. Many individuals may suffer an [...]
Have you spent a good portion of your life growing the viability of a business? If so, you can't ignore the second step of a firm business foundation: creating a succession plan that carries on your legacy and your offerings. The right business succession planning lawyer can help you with this process so that you [...]
If you have designated someone to receive the assets inside your retirement account after you pass away and you then take a loan, there are other things to consider before you pull out these funds. If you fail to return the money and pass away in the interim, the loved one you intended to receive [...]
