If you are single, then you may face some unique challenges when it comes to estate planning. With millions of single adults in America today, it is more important than ever to understand the estate planning options and to take…
Teenagers today have cars, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and any other gadget or gizmo you could imagine. So, why not an estate plan? When your child or grandchild turns 18 years old there are a few important events that take place…
Abraham Lincoln, one of the greatest minds of the 19th century, died without a will. Although the 16th President of the United States died unexpectedly at age 54, it may still seem surprising that the Great Emancipator did not take…
Going through a divorce can be an overwhelming experience. There are so many legal and financial decisions that one must make during a period of emotional turmoil. During this chaotic time, many people don’t think about the important estate planning…
Not too long ago, companies such as Apple and Facebook made headlines for paying the expenses of their female employees to freeze their eggs. Chances are, when hearing about this news, you didn’t think it could have an effect on…
The use of life insurance can be an excellent option not only as an investment tool, but also as an intricate part of an individual’s estate plan. Should an individual choose to purchase a life insurance policy, careful attention must…
A big congratulations to Vincent J. Russo who has yet again, been named the Best Lawyers' Elder Law “Lawyer of the Year” for the Tri-State Area (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut). Vincent has been honored in the Best Lawyers…
Some people like to cut corners. I guess there's nothing wrong with that, but if you cut corners with your estate plan then you may leave yourself subject to unnecessary issues. One corner that many people like to cut is…
If the notion of knowing who owns your home sounds crazy, then consider this scenario: Tom and Mary bought their home in 1964, two years after they were married. Fifty years later, Tom has passed away and Mary wants to sell…
The age-old question, “When should I start taking my Social Security Benefits?” is one that has plagued individuals in their late 50s and early 60s for decades. It is a great question that has a frustrating answer – it depends…