Month: December 2015

For many older people, concern over the possibility of dementia is a serious matter. Anyone who has cared for a loved one who suffers from dementia understands the difficulties involved. When a fully capable adult begins to lose his or her ability to function...

As the holidays come to a close, many New Jersey families are wondering if they gave their loved ones the best possible gifts, and if those gifts will be put to use in the coming year. One present that many may not have considered is the gift of estate planning...

When creating an estate plan, there are a number of errors that individuals can make. Some of these mistakes are minor, while others can have a significant impact on the division of wealth following one's death. The biggest mistake of all, however, lies in the failure...

Most people in New Jersey are aware that there are rules in place that govern how much estate tax can be charged on assets handed down after an individual's death. Some know that the current amount lies at $5.43 million, and they will go to great lengths to create...

Quite a few New Jersey families make use of various types of trusts in their estate planning approach. Trusts can be powerful estate planning tools for preserving wealth and passing down an inheritance to loved ones. There are a number of aspects of trusts that many...

Many in New Jersey tend to avoid topics that involve discussions about their own mortality. However, with regard to certain legal issues, such as wills and estate planning, it is typically advisable to not only talk about such matters but to take necessary steps...

It is not uncommon for loved ones in New Jersey to have to scramble around, guessing where a deceased spouse, parent or sibling stored important information. Upon the death of a loved one, there is vital information that needs to be accessible promptly. This may...